1:1 Special Needs Assistant (Fixed-Term)

Overview

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic, caring and reliable person to join the team at Fairchildes Primary School as a 1:1 Special Needs Assistant.

The role will involve providing 1:1 support for a child within our Enhanced Learning Provision who has a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). You will work closely with the staff within the provision to support the child’s individual needs and help them to access learning and enjoy a positive and successful experience at school.

Experience of working with children with special educational needs would be useful, although we are also looking for someone with the right qualities, enthusiasm and commitment to supporting our children.

The successful candidate should be:
● Responsible and reliable
● Caring and patient
● A team player
● Able to relate well to pupils and adults
● Able to use their initiative
● Committed to supporting children with additional needs

Fairchildes Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We are committed to safer recruitment.

Job Details

Hours: 17.5 hours per week - 12:00pm-3:30pm, Monday to Friday

Contract Type: Fixed term until 16th October 2026 (with the possibility of extension)

Salary: NJC Grade 3, Scale Point 5

Start Date: ASAP

Location

Fairchildes Primary School
Fairchildes Avenue
New Addington
Croydon
CR0 0AH

Supporting documents

Deadline and how to apply

Deadline for applications: Friday 4th September

Interviews: Monday 7th September

Please send completed application forms to recruitment@factrust.org

Equal opportunities

Fairchildes Primary School is part of the FACT Trust. Through the sharing and developing of good practice across the Trust, there are many opportunities for your professional development and for you to make a real contribution to the future of all the schools in the Trust.