Individual Needs Assistant

Randstad · Horsham, South East

Individual Needs Assistant at Randstad, based in Horsham, South East. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Horsham, South East
Contract
Permanent
Posted
1 week ago
Closes
11 Aug 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference PR-11299

About the role

Do you want to help children reach their full potential?
Do you have a passion for learning and supporting fun, creative education?
Are you looking to join a supportive, dedicated school team?

If you answered yes, then this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Join an Ofsted Outstanding Independent Specialist School, catering to young people aged 6 to 19 with complex communication and social needs, typically associated with Autism Spectrum Conditions. You'll be part of a committed team, dedicated to providing an education that fosters confidence, resilience, and empowers each child from day one!

With around 110 pupils, the school offers a personalised and supportive environment. They are currently seeking an Individual Needs Assistant (SEN) to join their primary team on a full-time, term-time only basis (8:30 AM - 3:30 PM).

As part of this role, you will spend 80% of your time supporting SEN learners on a 1:1 basis, with the remaining time working in small groups. Experience and confidence in working with children who have profound needs are essential.

You'll be joining a passionate team invested in delivering a broad, balanced curriculum tailored to meet every pupil's unique needs.


Benefits:
Accessible Public transport links
School hours/term time only
Permanent position
Top of the range technology and resources
Supportive Senior leadership
Brilliant career progression opportunities

All applicants for this position must have the following requirements to be considered:
Relevant Teaching Assistant experience (Must be able to provide references)
Relevant knowledge of the current national curriculum
Eligibility to work in the UK

Responsibilities:
Supporting learners on a 1:1 and small group basis

If you want to know more about this fabulous opportunity or wish to send us your application then please don't hesitate to apply now! For more information on this role please free to contact Bryony today on [phone removed].

This role is open to receiving applications over the next two weeks. Within a week of the closing date, appropriate applicants will begin a three-stage interview process, after which shortlisted candidates will be invited to attend the final stage of the interview process with appropriate school leadership.


experience

Non Teaching


skills

building relationships

Reference: PR-11299 · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 11 Aug 2026 · Listed via Randstad

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