Job Description

Individual Needs Assistant (Lvl A) with MDSA duty

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Posted on 1 August 2025
Salary 26,403- 27,694 pro rata (actual 19,953 approx) Contract Term Time - Fixed Term Closing Date Apply by 3 September 2025

Location

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Rudyard Kipling Primary School & Nursery, Chalkland Rise, Woodingdean, Brighton






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Job Summary

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Job reference orbis/TP/387386/45449
Positions available 1
Working hours 30
Closing date 3 September 2025
Job category Support Staff - Education
Organisation Brighton & Hove City Council
Directorate BHCC: External

Job introduction

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The Governors of Rudyard Kipling Primary School and Nursery wish to appoint a dedicated, highly motivated and nurturing LSA on a fixed term basis.

We are looking for a special person who is:

An interest and passion for supporting children with additional needs A calm, caring and resilient character Willing to undergo appropriate training Able to build positive relationships with every child A strong team player with good communication skills

We can offer you:

A supportive induction process Opportunities for you to develop your practice A school which has nurture at the heart of everything we do A friendly, dedicated and caring staff team Amazing children, who are proud and respectful of their school A lively, vibrant, face paced and energetic environment Wonderful school grounds, Forest School and access to the vast green spaces for outdoor learning

Paid weeks per year

: 47.36 LSA, 43.89 MDSA (inclusive of holiday entitlement)

Fixed term:

Until 31 August 2026

Start date

: As soon as possible

About the role

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We welcome applications from all sections of the community but particularly encourage applicants from a BME or White Other background as well as those who identify as disabled, LGB, male or trans as these groups are currently under-represented in our Directorate workforce.

Closing date

: Wednesday 3rd September at 9am

Interview date:

Wednesday 10th September

How to apply

: The job pack and application form are available to download from http://www.brighton-hove.gov.uk/content/jobs/council-jobs. Alternatively, please email jamesstanley@kipling.brighton-hove.sch.uk. Please note that we do not accept a Curriculum Vitae as a form of application.

Telephone

: (01273) 303328

Website

: www.rudyardkiplingprimary.co.uk

Additional information

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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

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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.