Individual Needs Assistant (INA) (Robertsbridge Community College)
Job Description
Job title: Individual Needs Assistant (INA) (Robertsbridge Community College)
Company: East Sussex County Council
Job description: Job introduction
Hours of work: 32.5 per week
Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 39 weeks per year plus 6.05 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years’ continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
Fixed term for: Until end of July term 2026
Closing date: Friday 23 February 2024
For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:
Robertsbridge Community College, Knelle Road, Robertsbridge, East Sussex, TN32 5EA
Phone: 01580 880360
Email:
Website:
Please note, we do not accept CVs.
About the role
INDIVIDUAL NEEDS ASSISTANT (INA)
32.5 hours per week (8.30 am – 3.30 pm daily)
Required as soon as possible
We are seeking to appoint a hard-working, resilient, and caring person to join our school team to work as an Individual Needs Assistant for a young person who has attachment difficulties; the position covers all aspects of their education and requires regular communication with parents. We would really like the successful candidate to become a supportive, advocate for the young person and support them to achieve their full potential. The role of the INA is a very special one and can make the difference to a child who may not have previously been able to access their education fully.
This post is for a fixed term contract until the end of July 2026, in the first instance.
The College is a thriving rural school, with a skilled and enthusiastic staff team. We are committed to ensuring that our students become well rounded citizens of the world, equipped with the knowledge, skills and qualifications they need for whatever they choose to do next in life.
Our intake is truly comprehensive, drawing from a large geographic area that includes both rural and urban environments. We cherish the diversity that this intake brings and are extremely proud of our College.
Visited by Ofsted in September 2022, the College maintained its ‘Good’ status, with the official report stating that “Pupils enjoy their lessons and value the nurturing and friendly atmosphere which pervades the College. The school’s motto ‘success through partnership’ is exemplified through the strong relationships evident between teachers and pupils.”
Further details from Hanna Stedman, HR Manager.
Closing date: 9.00 am on Friday 23 February 2024
Interviews will be held shortly after this date.
Additional information
Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.
Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to .
All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.
Company information
East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.
Expected salary:
Location: Robertsbridge, East Sussex
