Job Title: Individual Needs Assistant – Primary School Location: Worthing Salary: £90 - £100 per day (Depending on experience) Start Date: Immediate Contract: Full-time, Long-term Are you experienced in supporting children with additional needs or looking to start your career in a nurturing primary school environment? GSL Education are seeking an Individual Needs Assistant to join a welcoming primary school in Worthing. The school caters to children with a wide range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, Speech and Language Difficulties, and SEMH. About the Role: You’ll be working closely with one or two pupils who need extra help accessing learning. This could include supporting communication, behaviour regulation, sensory needs, or helping with emotional wellbeing. Every child is different, so you’ll be guided by the class teacher and SENCo to give personalised support that makes a real difference. Responsibilities: Offer 1:1 support tailored to individual learning or emotional needs Encourage participation in class through positive reinforcement Adapt activities and materials where needed Use tools such as visual timetables, Now and Next boards, or sensory strategies Help manage emotional regulation and social interaction Liaise with teachers and parents to track progress Provide personal care if required (training provided) Requirements: Experience in schools or supporting children with SEND Calm, reliable, and proactive attitude Confidence supporting behaviour or communication challenges Awareness of safeguarding responsibilities Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply) What We Offer: Competitive daily pay: £90–£100 Friendly, supportive school with strong SEN team Ongoing guidance from your GSL consultant 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, contact Georgia Haran at GSL Education. To register your interest, click ‘apply now’ to submit your CV.