Job Introduction
Job/Person Summary
We are seeking to appoint a Special Needs Assistant to work with children across the school.
This will be for 28.75 hours per week. You will be supporting children with learning and emotional needs both within the classroom and on a 1:1 basis. You may also support children with medical needs. In addition you will also work with a range of different groups in the year group supporting them in their learning.
This is an exciting and challenging role within a supportive and understanding team of adults.
You will need:
- qualified to at least NVQ 2 or equivalent in a relevant field
- grade C/5 or above in GCSE in English and Maths
- recent experience of working with children with SEND, ideally in a school setting
- a calm and consistent approach
- to be able to motivate and inspire children’s learning, and follow specific educational programmes and interventions
- to be flexible and creative - willing to adapt the learning environment and work under your own initiative where necessary
- to have an understanding of children’s emotional needs
- previous experience of supporting children with medical needs would be beneficial but not essential
We can offer you:
- a highly experienced staff team who pull together to make the school the best it can be
- a supportive leadership team
- lovely children who behave well and enjoy learning
Interview Date:
Wednesday 10th June 2026
Application Procedure
Visits to the school are very welcome. If you would like to arrange a visit or request further information please contact the school office either by phone on 02392 582403 or email adminoffice@alverstoke-inf.hants.sch.uk
Application packs are available via the vacancies link on our website: https://www.alverstokeinfant.co.uk/about-us/vacancies/ Should you require a hard copy of the application pack please e-mail adminoffice@alverstoke-inf.hants.sch.uk or collect from the school office.
