About the Role
Hours of work: 16.25 per week. Working pattern: Part‑time, term‑time only (39 weeks per year plus 5.65 weeks annual leave, which will increase after five years of continuous service). Fixed term until August 2027. Start date: As soon as possible. Hours: 8:30am – 12:00pm, term‑time only.
The Skylark Federation is seeking a caring, enthusiastic, and committed Individual Needs Assistant (INA) to join our welcoming and friendly team at Iford and Kingston CE Primary School. The role involves working closely with one child, supporting their learning, emotional regulation, and engagement with the curriculum, and creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where they can thrive socially, emotionally, and academically.
Responsibilities
* Deliver tailored support as part of the team, adapting learning into small, achievable steps and using visual structures to reduce anxiety.
* Provide emotional regulation support through daily check‑ins, co‑regulation, and trauma‑informed approaches.
* Follow the child’s personalised regulation plan, supporting de‑escalation and restorative conversations.
* Work collaboratively with the class teacher, SENCO, and external professionals to ensure consistent, high‑quality support.
* Support predictability and transitions by preparing the child for changes and offering enhanced guidance during unstructured times.
* Build strong relationships with parents/carers and colleagues to promote the child’s well‑being and progress.
Training & Support
Full training and ongoing support will be provided, including guidance in trauma‑informed practice, emotional regulation strategies, and SEN approaches. A genuine passion for working with young children and those with additional needs is essential.
Childcare Disqualification Regulations
This post is covered by the Childcare Disqualification Regulations 2018. The school will need to ensure that they are not knowingly employing a person who is disqualified under the 2018 Regulations in connection with relevant childcare provision. Accordingly, the successful candidate will be required to demonstrate to the school, by completing a self‑declaration form as part of the pre‑employment checks process, that they have not been disqualified under the 2018 Regulations. If the preferred candidate is found to be disqualified under the 2018 Regulations, the offer of employment will be subject to the applicant applying to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.
Safeguarding and DBS Responsibilities
All school‑based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
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