Job Description

Hours of work: 22.5 hours per week (17.5 hours as INA and 5 hours Midday Supervisory Assistant)




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)


Closing date: Friday 3 October 2025


For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:


Salehurst Church of England Primary School


George Hill, Robertsbridge TN32 5BU




Phone: 01580 880288




Email: salehurstoffice@thebridgefederation.org


Website: Home | Salehurst C of E Primary School




Please note, we do not accept CVs.





Salehurst CE Primary School is looking to appoint an Individual Needs Assistant to join our team starting from Monday 13 October 2025 (or as near to this date as possible). The successful candidate will be working 1:1 with a child.


What we can offer:


A caring school community, rooted in Christian values, where you will feel valued and supported. A dedicated and supportive staff team, committed to meeting the needs of every pupil. Enthusiastic, kind and well-behaved children who love their learning. A nurture space with resources to support personalised learning. Opportunities for professional development (CPD) across The Bridge Federation. Training and ongoing support to help you develop your skills and confidence in working with children with additional needs.
We are looking for:


A caring, patient and calm person who loves helping children grow and succeed. Someone with experience or a keen interest in supporting children with autism, ADHD and social & communication needs. A creative and flexible approach to providing personalised learning and encouragement. A friendly team player who enjoys working closely with colleagues to create a welcoming, nurturing environment.
This post includes 5 hours MDSA duties as part of the


Visits to the school are encouraged and can be arranged by contacting the School Office on 01580 880288 or salehurstoffice@thebridgefederation.org





Application packs are available on request.



Salehurst CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. The above post is subject to an enhanced DBS disclosure check.


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 application by the preferred candidate to Ofsted for a waiver and the receipt of a waiver from Ofsted.



Additional Information



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 https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .



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.