SEN Teaching Assistant

Posting date:	20 January 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	£18,836 pa plus £1,187 SEN allowance
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	23 January 2026
Location:	Worcester, Worcestershire, WR5 1DR
Remote working:	On-site only
Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	1530435

Summary

Conditions of Service:NJC for Local Government ServicesContract:Term Time OnlyNJC Point Range 2–4 plus SNAWhen Candidate Is RequiredOverview of the RoleTo support the ethos of the school and work supportively with the classroom teacher in their responsibility for the development and education process by providing care and supervision skills to children, including those who have special physical, emotional and educational needs, utilising a good standard of practical knowledge and skills.Job ResponsibilitiesUnder the direction and control of the classroom teacher or Lead Teaching Assistant, the successful candidate will:Ensure the wellbeing and safety of individual pupils at all times, following the school’s safeguarding policies and procedures.Support the classroom teacher and Lead Teaching Assistant in delivering and organising learning for pupils, including in specialised areas such as outdoor learning, swimming and PE.Support pupils in their learning and care needs while also encouraging independence and general development.Demonstrate an understanding of the curriculum and assessment framework (short and longer term) for individual pupils.Take collective responsibility for identifying and managing risks and ensuring pupils are cared for both in terms of wellbeing and physical needs, following individual plans and strategies, including use of CPOMS.Support the creation and organisation of learning resources and materials, including individualised resources.Assess and record pupils’ work and progress in liaison with the class teacher and Lead Teaching Assistant.Use ICT to support children’s learning.Support communication using a total communication approach.Assist with the general care and welfare of children, including:

Personal care routines such as toileting, dressing, undressing and feedingChanging and appropriate disposal of soiled clothingSupporting children with injuries and, where qualified, administering basic first aidMonitoring children’s general health and welfare in line with safeguarding policiesTake an active interest in professional development and seek to develop knowledge and skills in all required areas.General Duties Maintain personal and professional development to meet the changing demands of the role, participating in appropriate training activities.Undertake any other duties, training and/or hours of work reasonably required and consistent with the level of responsibility of the post.Undertake health and safety duties in line with the School’s Health and Safety Policy.What We OfferNJC conditions of service for Local GovernmentTerm time only workingSupportive working environmentOpportunities for professional developmentThe Right Candidate Will HaveNo specific qualifications requiredA commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of childrenAbility to work effectively as part of a teamWillingness to support pupils with personal care needs where requiredAbility to communicate fluently and accurately in spoken EnglishAdditional InformationThis post is subject to an enhanced criminal record check.Reasonable adjustments will be considered in line with the Equalities Act.The postholder must carry out duties in a manner that promotes equality of opportunity, dignity and respect.The English fluency duty applies to this post.
Interviews to be held during the week beginning 9 March 2026