Individual Needs Assistant / Teaching Assistant with potential Midday Supervisor

Job introduction

Elm Grove Primary School requires a dedicated, compassionate and enthusiastic Individual Needs Assistant/ Teaching Assistant from Monday to Friday, 8:45 – 12:30pm, and then potentially undertaking the midday role from 12:30-13:00.

Contract type: Temporary for 6-12 months with a view to making permanent

Grade:
Teaching Assistant Level B NJC Scale 4a point 9/10, pro rata
Midday Supervisor NJC Scale 3 point 7/8, pro rata

Hours per week: Mornings only 18.75 per week (plus a possible 2.5 hours on MDSA rate) Monday-Friday

Paid weeks per year: 47.36 (Up to 5 years’ service) or 47.99 (Over 5 years’ service) – TA role, 43.89 (Up to 5 years’ service) or 44.48 (Over 5 years’ service) – MDSA role inclusive of holiday entitlement.

Start date: ASAP after interview week commencing 19/01/26

About the role

You will be required to work at the school, currently in KS1 or KS2, providing support primarily with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND) pupils in a 1:1 or small group capacity as well as occasional general assistance in the classroom. The successful candidate will work closely with SEND pupils as well as with teachers, other assistants and the wider Inclusion Team. There may also be the potential for you will also join our lunchtime supervision team on a separate contract, working 2.5 hours per week on an MDSA rate (NJC Scale 3)

Elm Grove is a thriving primary school with a dedicated and professional staff. We have an excellent reputation for our inclusive practices and are proud of the positive ethos and good relationships that exist in our school. Your key responsibilities will include:

• To provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with complex needs to help them access the curriculum and wider school life.
• Implement individualised education plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies as required.
• Collaborate with class teachers, SENDCo and external specialists to support pupil progress
• Promote positive behaviour and social interactions.
• Monitor and record progress, contributing to review meetings as required.
• Foster an inclusive and nurturing learning environment.

If you would like to visit the school, please contact our office by email (admin@elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk). Our school website can be viewed on: https://www.elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk/

Further information and an application pack can be obtained from the School Office or by e-mail admin@elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk

Closing date: Friday 16th January 2026

Interview date: Week Commencing 19/01/26

How to apply: Completed application forms accepted by email direct to the school office: admin@elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk

If you do not hear from us, please assume that you have not been shortlisted for interview.

Telephone: 01273 708004

Website: https://www.elmgrove.brighton-hove.sch.uk/

Additional information

Please note that this post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, and is subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) Check.

Company information

Brighton & Hove Schools - Taking Action for Equality

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Brighton & Hove Schools do not accept CV or resume.