Individual Needs Assistant Fixed Term 1 Year

Knowledge, skills and experience

Education

and Training

• A good standard foundation in numeracy and

literacy.

• A commitment to ongoing professional development

and reflective practice to continually improve teaching and learning.

Experience

• Experience of supporting young people in a

school setting, with a proven ability to engage and inspire students of all

abilities.

• An understanding of how to support students of

different abilities to access learning and make progress.

• A commitment to developing effective strategies

to raise achievement and support positive learning behaviours.

Knowledge

and Skills

• A commitment to high expectations and inclusive support,

ensuring all students can access the curriculum.

• The ability to motivate and engage students of

all abilities.

• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• The ability to work collaboratively with

colleagues and contribute positively to the department and wider school

community.

Personal

Qualities

• A clear passion and drive to be an excellent LSA,

inspiring and supporting young people to succeed.

• A genuine enthusiasm for Inclusion.
• An effective communicator who works positively

with students, colleagues and parents.

• A commitment to high professional standards and

continuous improvement.

• Resilience, enthusiasm and energy, with a

willingness to learn and develop.