Job Introduction
SPECIAL NEEDS ASSISTANT (SNA)
The Governors of Charles Kingsley’s CE Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and caring individual to join our school team as soon as possible. The role will involve one-to-one support for children who are experiencing separation anxiety, emotional based school avoidance and autism.
Sharing and implementing agreed strategies and contributing to review meetings will be a key component of the role. The candidate will preferably have experience of managing pupils with additional needs including social, emotional difficulties.
The team at Charles Kingsley’s are highly skilled, dedicated and lots of fun so the successful candidate/s will have plenty of support in a happy environment. This is a fixed-term post until 31 August 2026, initially linked to individual pupil needs, with the possibility of extension subject to funding and staffing requirements.
We are looking for someone to work in partnership with the Inclusion Lead and school who:
- is nurturing and kind
- demonstrates high levels of emotional intelligence
- enjoys working with children
- is able to work as part of a team
- has a positive outlook on life with a good sense of humour
- is organised and able to work independently
- has competence in Literacy and Numeracy
Your responsibilities as part of your role will include:
- working 1-1 with children who experience anxiety around the start of the school day
- supporting children working towards targets to improve their emotional health
- preparing and organising resources including administrative classroom tasks
- Ensuring the safety and welfare of all our pupils
At Charles Kingsley’s CE Primary School, we support the personal and professional development of all staff. A structured programme of induction, training, and ongoing support will be provided.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates and are committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion. As a Church of England school, we value and respect people of all backgrounds and beliefs and we seek staff who will support our inclusive ethos.
Should you be interested in applying for this post please email your application to Mrs S Turner: s.turner@charleskingsleys.hants.sch.uk.
Closing Date: Wednesday 28th January 2026 midday
Interviews: Monday 2nd February 2026
Safer Recruitment
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service checks along with other relevant employment checks.
