Job Description

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: DroitwichHours: Mornings from 8:30am and/or afternoons 1:00–3:10pmPay: £95 - £108Start: ASAP

The Role

We are seeking a part-time SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils across Key Stage 1 and 2 within a primary school setting in Droitwich. This role is ideal for someone compassionate, flexible and confident supporting children with additional needs using relationship-led, trauma-informed approaches. You will support individual pupils and small groups across a variety of settings, including in-class learning and out-of-class nurture provision. Support focuses on emotional regulation, engagement, confidence-building and bespoke learning.

Daily Timeline

Morning Provision

8:30am–11:45am (Year 2 – In Class)1:1 classroom support alongside lower ability/SEN group work. Well supported by classroom staff. Includes observing toileting support from outside the toilet room (no direct personal care).

8:30am–12:30pm (Year 2 Boys – Out of Class Provision)Deliver bespoke curriculum to a small group of boys in an out-of-class setting alongside another TA. Includes structured learning and nurture-based activities.

Afternoon Provision

1:00pm–3:10pm (Year 3 Boy – Individual Support)Support a Year 3 pupil gradually increasing afternoon attendance (targeting 2 hours 10 minutes daily / 10 hours 50 minutes weekly). During quieter periods, you may support elsewhere in school.

1:00pm–3:10pm (Year 3 – In Class)In-class support for a pupil working at approximately Reception/Year 1 level. Additional learning support required. No behavioural concerns, with class teacher support.

Year 4 Girls

• 1:00pm–2:00pm in class
• 2:00pm–3:10pm nurture provision (emotional regulation, art and PE)

Year 3 Boys (1:00pm–3:10pm)Small-group out-of-class provision combining classroom learning with nurture-based activities such as art and PE.

We’re Looking For Someone Who:

• Has experience or strong interest in SEND and nurture provision
• Is calm, patient and relationship-focused
• Is confident working 1:1 and with small groups
• Is flexible across classroom and out-of-class settings
• Values emotional regulation and child-centred practice

Previous TA or SEN experience is desirable, but attitude and approach are essential.

About Smart EducationSmart Education is a specialist education recruitment agency working with schools and alternative provisions across the Midlands and beyond. We pride ourselves on matching passionate educators with roles where they can truly make a difference, offering ongoing support from a dedicated consultant who understands SEND and alternative provision.

Safeguarding CommitmentAll appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and safer recruitment procedures. xbpsjku We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.