Higher Level Needs Assistant (1:1 support)

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Job Title: High Level Needs Assistant
Salary:£19,954 - £20,253 per annum, inc SNA. TA2 (Term time only + Ted)
Hours: 30 hours
Location: St James' CE Primary School
Temporary linked to child's funding

You will be expected to provide consistent, nurturing 1:1 support for a Year 1 pupil with identified SEND needs, enabling him to access a personalised, interest-led curriculum and participate meaningfully in school life.

The role requires a calm, experienced, patient practitioner who can build a trusting relationship, deliver structured interventions, develop learning within a play-based model and support sensory regulation within both indoor and outdoor learning environments.

This role is rooted in St James’ ethos: Big adventures begin with small steps.

For further information please contact: Mrs A Myers [phone removed]

Disclosure Barring Service (DBS)
This post is exempt under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of criminal records via the Disclosure and Barring Service before the appointment is confirmed. This will include details of cautions, reprimands, or final warnings, as well as convictions. The County Council has a commitment to safeguarding service users in our care.

Equality & Diversity: We are committed to equality of opportunity for all citizens and celebrates the diversity of all its residents.

Application Closing Date:8 October 2026
Anticipated Interview Date: 14th October 2026