Individual Needs Assistant

Job Title: Individual Needs Assistant

Location: Shoreham

Salary: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience)

Start Date: September 2025

Contract: Full-time, Long-term

Do you have the special gift of connecting with children who need that extra understanding and support? GSL Education are seeking a compassionate Individual Needs Assistant to join a thriving primary school in Shoreham that believes every child deserves to feel successful and valued. This role is perfect for someone who wants to make a profound difference in a child''s daily school experience.

About the Role: You''ll work closely with one or two primary pupils (ages 4-11) who have specific additional needs, providing consistent, personalised support that helps them access learning and build independence. This could include children with autism, ADHD, learning difficulties, or social and emotional challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated 1:1 or small group support tailored to individual pupil needs
• Implement personalised behaviour support plans and communication strategies
• Help pupils navigate social situations and build friendships
• Support curriculum access through adapted resources and differentiated activities
• Work alongside class teachers to ensure seamless inclusion in all lessons
• Monitor progress and celebrate achievements, building confidence and self-esteem

Job Requirements:

• Experience supporting children with additional needs in educational or care settings
• Understanding of primary-age child development and learning
• Patience, empathy and excellent interpersonal skills
• Ability to remain calm under pressure and adapt to changing situations
• Have an updated CV and an enhanced DBS registered to the update service (or be willing to apply for one)

What We Offer:

• Daily pay ranging from £90 to £100
• Comprehensive training in individual needs support strategies
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with pupils and families
• Supportive school environment with strong pastoral care
• The satisfaction of seeing children overcome barriers and achieve their goals

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks; including providing an enhanced DBS certificate registered on the update service, or completing an application for a new check.

As an ethical, inclusive and independent recruitment agency, GSL Education are committed to providing quality teaching and support staff in schools across the UK.

For more information about the position, please contact Georgia Haran at GSL Education. To register your interest in the Individual Needs Assistant role, or to be considered, please click ''apply now'' to submit your full and up-to-date CV and one of our dedicated consultants will be in touch.