SEND Teaching Assistant / Lunchtime Meal Supervisor


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	Grade 2 SCP 5 £29,436 fte
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Croydon, CR0 0RG
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	6 Nov 2026
Closing date:	27 Nov 2026

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Summary

SEND TEACHING ASSISTANT WITH LUNCHTIME MEAL SUPERVISOR DUTIESThe Governors are seeking to appoint a SEND Teaching Assistant with Lunchtime Meal Supervisor responsibilities to join this friendly and happy one-form entry school. This is initially on a fixed-term contract until 31st August 2027, with the option to extend this, depending on budgetary constraints. Hours: Monday-Friday 9:00-3:15 (term time only) with 30 min unpaid lunchbreak (the successful candidate would also need to be able to work 8:40-9:00 on an overtime basis each day) Salary: Grade 2 SCP 5 £29,436 fteClosing date: 10am Friday 27th November 2026Starting date: as soon as possible after all pre-employment checks are completePlease note that you do not need to be a Catholic to work at Good Shepherd. We welcome all staff, regardless of their faith on the understanding that they support our Christian ethos. Previous nursery or school experience is essential. We are looking for a candidate who can:• Support the school’s values and vision by make a positive contribution to the Catholic ethos of the school • Understand how additional needs can impact on a child’s attainment• Implement reasonable adjustments to meet a child’s needs• Create a safe environment in the classroom, playground and lunch hall• Develop effective professional relationships with all colleagues• Manage behaviour effectively to ensure a positive learning environment• Show initiative to adapt teaching to respond to the strengths and needs of pupils• Demonstrate they are a hard-working and committed individual who is willing to undertake additional reading and research to support themselves professionally • Be nurturing and patient to enable children to thriveGood Shepherd can offer you:• A calm and supportive working environment in line with our Christian values• Positive and happy children who enjoy learning• Excellent opportunities for CPD and to develop your career• Welcoming, friendly and supportive colleaguesSafeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children is paramount and all staff are expected to share this commitment. Any offer of employment is subject to two satisfactory professional references, medical clearance, an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Services check (DBS), online checks and evidence of eligibility to work in the UK. All of the above checks must have been completed before the start of employment. We welcome visits to our school. Please telephone to arrange a convenient time.Applicants must complete the eteach CES application form . Please note that this should be completed electronically rather than handwritten and artificial intelligence (AI) supporting statements will not be accepted.

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