Individual Needs Assistant
The Turing School, Eastbourne, East Sussex, BN23 8EJ17 days remaining to apply
Job start date
1 September 2025
Closing date
14 July 2025 at 3pm
Date listed
26 June 2025
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
- Learning support or cover supervisor
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Key stage
- Key stage 3, Key stage 4
Working pattern
- Full time, part time: Term Time plus 5 Staff Development Days (39 Weeks/Year)
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £24,507 - £25,535
Actual salary
- £21,172 - £22,060
Pay scale
- Swale Academies Support Staff Pay Scale (SAT B)
Hourly rate
- £12.70 - £13.24
What skills and experience we're looking for
Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of young people? Do you believe in fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment where every student can thrive? The Turing School is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Individual Needs Assistant to join our thriving team.
As an Individual Needs Assistant, you'll play a crucial role in supporting students with special educational needs, both within and outside the classroom. This involves:
- Providing tailored one-to-one and small group support to students, helping them access the curriculum and achieve their learning goals.
- Assisting teachers in adapting materials and activities to meet individual student requirements.
- Fostering a positive and inclusive learning atmosphere, promoting student independence, and building their confidence.
- Working closely with teachers, parents, and other professionals to monitor student progress and implement effective support strategies.
- Supporting students with social, emotional, and behavioural development.
- This is an incredibly rewarding role for someone who is patient, empathetic, and dedicated to empowering young learners.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine passion for supporting young people with diverse learning needs.
- Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Is adaptable, resilient, and able to work effectively as part of a team.
- Demonstrates a commitment to our school's values of diversity, innovation, respect, and aspiration.
- Has relevant experience or qualifications in supporting children with special educational needs (desirable but not essential, as training can be provided for the right candidate).
- If you are a proactive and caring individual eager to contribute to a supportive and forward-thinking school community, we would love to hear from you.
What the school offers its staff
Full details of the
requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
Benefits include:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Access to training and development
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
- Cycle to Work scheme
- On-site Parking
Details are also available to download from our website www.theturingschool.org.uk
Further details about the role
If you are interested in this post, please contact Gemma Sorrell-Fleet, Office Manager for an informal discussion. gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at and 01323 465700
Completed applications should be sent to Gemma Sorrell-Fleet, Office Manager, gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at or by post to The Turing School, Larkspur Dr, Eastbourne BN23 8EJ. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989 (option 2)
In accordance with current GDPR compliance we will not keep any details / application forms on file once the position is filled.
Interview Date: 17th July 2025
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
Please download the application form using the link below, and once completed send to gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at
CVs are not accepted.
Upload additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About The Turing School
- School type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary
- School size
- 731 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- The Turing School website
- Email address
- gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at
- Phone number
- 01323 465700
Arranging a visit to The Turing School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email gemma.sorrellfleet@swale.at.
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