Job Details

Job introduction

Paid weeks per year: 47.15 inclusive of holiday entitlement

Fixed term 

Start date: September 2022

The leadership team at St Margaret’s are looking for individuals to join our team as Individual Needs Assistants working within the remit of Special Educational Needs.

About the role

The primary purpose of the post-holder(s) will be to support children with additional needs who require guidance and scaffolding in order to access daily activities at the school. We are looking for someone who is experienced in working with children to achieve pre-agreed goals and who is able to contribute to the wider functioning of the classroom. A background in trauma informed practice, complex learning difficulties and/or autism is highly desirable.

We have two vacancies with a start date of September 2022 to meet the expected needs of the 2022-2023 cohort. We have some flexibility in appointing to various roles and can discuss this at interview.

We are looking for:

• A professional who has experience of working with children who have additional needs
• Someone who exudes positivity and has a solution focussed approach
• A team player with excellent communication skills
• Someone who is able to manage their own workload under guidance from the class teacher and Assistant Headteacher Inclusion

We can offer:

• Children who love to learn in a caring, friendly environment
• A supportive and dedicated staff team
• An engaged and determined community of parents, staff and governors
• A range of CPD opportunities

For an application pack please visit the school website https://www.stmargarets.brighton-hove.sch.uk  or contact Fleur Piddlesden on 01273 303109 or email fleurpiddlesden@stmargarets.brighton-hove.sch.uk. Visits to the school are greatly encouraged.

Previous applicants need not reapply.

Closing date: 1st July 

Interview date: Week commencing 4th July 

Completed application forms accepted online via the 'Apply' button or by email/post direct to the school address: Whiteway Lane, Rottingdean, BN2 7HB, fleurpiddlesden@stmargarets.brighton-hove.sch.uk                

School Office: 01273 303109

Website: https://www.stmargarets.brighton-hove.sch.uk/

Additional information

Work Permits: This role does not meet the requirement for UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) Points-based Immigration System. Successful candidates will need to evidence that they have the Right to Work in the UK.

Company information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.

Files

• Job Description and Person Specification
• Application Form