Individual Assistant

Overview

St Michael’s Primary School, Withyham

Individual Needs Assistant Post (INA) 22.50 hours and MDSA 5 hours

Single Status Grade 3

Salary scale £24,796 per annum (pro rata) (INA)

£24,413 per annum (pro rata) MDSA

Monday to Friday (Term time only)

Individual Needs Assistants play a crucial role in the day-to-day life of the school. The post involves supporting pupils with their learning under the direction of the class teacher or SENCo. Throughout the week you may be working 1:1 with a pupil, with a group of pupils or supporting generally in the classroom. Our INA's also play a crucial role in supporting during lunchtimes and in PPA time providing class cover.

The post is for 22.50 hours a week as a Individual Needs Assistant and 5 hours MDSA (Lunchtime) - We can be flexible with hours if we find someone who meets all of our needs.

We are looking for a self-motivated, caring INA who believes in supporting children to reach their full potential. If you are able to inspire our pupils to a love of learning and possess the skills and determination to make a difference to individual pupil outcomes, then you may be the candidate we are looking for.

We can offer:

• a small and very supportive staff.
• tailor made training to fit your role.
• wonderful, well-behaved children.
• well-resourced classrooms.
• a beautiful village setting with spacious grounds that we use every day.

There will be opportunities for the successful candidate to bring any prior experience or current expertise to the role. If you have no experience of working with children training and support is available.

Start date:

As soon as possible

Closing date: 9.00a.m 24 February 2026

Interviews W/C 2 March 2026

Visits to the school are strongly recommended and can be arranged via Ms D Udell on or by emailing office This is also the address if you would like an application pack. We reserve the right to close the selection process early.

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

St Michael's Primary School

Station Road

Withyham

TN7 4BP

Phone:

Website:

St Michael’s Primary School is committed to safeguarding all children. Successful candidates will require a DBS clearance and suitable references before commencing employment. We welcome applications from all section of the community, regardless of gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or age.