Individual Needs Assistant (25 hours per week) with Midday Supervisory Assistant duties (5 hours per week) at Grovelands Community Primary School.
Grovelands Community Primary School, Hailsham, East Sussex.
30 hours per week, term time pattern.
Salary: Single Status Grade 3 Point 7 (pro‑rota to £17,417).
Actual salary £24,796 (pro‑rota to £17,417).
We are looking to recruit an energetic, patient and caring individual who has a passion for working with and supporting pupils with special educational needs, particularly in our High Needs Facility for Autism.
In return, we can offer outstanding support, a commitment to your professional development, a supportive ethos, a friendly team of enthusiastic colleagues and an attractive working environment with excellent facilities.
The successful candidate should be prepared to work hard, be a positive and productive member of the staff team and respond positively to the challenges of day‑to‑day school life.
We expect high standards from our pupils and from staff; candidates should have evidence of quality practice, be able to make learning fun and believe that all children have the potential for success.
Please refer to the Job description and Person specification for further information on duties and requirements.
The contract is on a fixed‑term basis, however it will be extended subject to funding.
Closing Date: 26th June 2026. Interviews: 29th June 2026.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check and a Children’s Barred List check.
The Wandle Learning Trust values the diversity of our students and is proud to inspire them through representative teaching and support staff. We aim to select all staff on merit, irrespective of race, sex, disability, age, gender reassignment, sexuality or other protected characteristics under the Equality Act 2010.
The Academy welcomes applications from disabled candidates. If you have a disability, please indicate any adjustments we might make when applying in order to ensure that the shortlisting process is fair and meets your needs.
CVs are not accepted.
School office email: office@grovelands.e-sussex.sch.uk