SEN Support Worker / PA

SNAP Care; England; On-site; GBP 46,000; Full time

Job summary

A family care service in Chislehurst is seeking a passionate SEN Support Worker / PA for a fun-loving teenager with Cerebral Palsy. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of GBP 45,600 gross per annum, emphasizing support in daily tasks and activities. An ideal candidate will have experience with manual handling and a caring attitude. The environment is dynamic and supportive, perfect for someone who enjoys engaging with children.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Paid lunches during school holidays

Bespoke training provided

Qualifications

• Experience in a caregiver role, especially with physical disabilities.
• Able to manage PEG and personal care routines.
• Proactive approach during downtime.

Responsibilities

• Assist with daily living activities including personal care and dressing.
• Manage school runs and appointments.
• Plan and participate in fun activities during holidays.

Skills

Experience supporting young people with additional needs

Confident with manual handling tasks

Comfortable supporting clients in swimming/hydrotherapy

Job description

SEN Support Worker / PA, Chislehurst, BR7. A fantastic full-time opportunity for a professional SEN Support Worker / PA to assist an engaging, and fun-loving (soon to be) teenager, with a physical disability. Offering: GBP45,600.00 + Gross per Annum

Nearest Tube/Station: Sidcup or Chislehurst
Wage/Salary: GBP45,600.00 + Gross per Annum GBP19.80 Gross per Hour
Driver Essential? Yes, WAV for use whilst on duty. (Automatic Drive)
Essential: Experience supporting young people with additional needs. Confident with manual handling tasks. Confident supporting a client swimming or during hydrotherapy. This role is open to female applicants only.
Start Date: September 2025
Days & Hours: Term-time: Monday to Friday: 6.30am to 7.00pm (4 hour break per day 10.30am to 2.30pm). School Holidays: 7.00am to 5.00pm
Family/Client Pets: Not applicable
Recruiter: Suhada Jade

About our client: Snap Care has had the pleasure of working with Zara, her parents, and case management company for several years; starting with a SEN Nanny! Soon Zara will be turning 13 years old, therefore she would like a SEN Support Worker / PA to assist her with all daily tasks. She lives at home in Chislehurst with her Mum, Dad and two younger sisters; family is very important to Zara, and she loves being a big sis. Her hobbies include swimming (swimming pool at home), and music (listening to and making her own). Zara has Cerebral Palsy, has a PEG insitu, Epilepsy (controlled via medication) and is a full-time wheelchair user. Zara enjoys a blended liquid diet and receives her medication and liquid via her PEG. She communicates through body language, facial expressions, and sounds/noises. She has a great sense of humour and will give a big giggle at silly jokes and funny stories. Zara s family home is adapted to meet all her needs, and full bespoke training is provided as part of your induction.

Overview of role: Zara requires practical hands-on support with all aspects of her ADLs (Activities of Daily Living). During term-time, the morning routine will start at 6.30am, which includes managing her PEG, personal care, dressing, stretching, breakfast, and doing the school run, returning to the family home, a quick tidy up, and from 10.30am to 2.30pm this time is your own. The afternoon shift starts with the school run from 2.30pm, and either coming home, or attending an activity, appointment or planned event. Zara has a care plan and structured routine which her SEN Support Worker / PA will follow and implement. Throughout the school holidays, there is much more scope to plan fun activities and trips out and about. At times, you will be working on a 2:1 basis alongside another member of Zara s support team. Further information is available on application.

Who this job would suit: A proactive, reliable, and caring, female SEN Support Worker / PA. For this position you must have some experience supporting a young client with a physical disability and be confident with all aspects of manual handling. This is a full-time role, however, there is downtime during each shift therefore, it is important that you can fill this time proactively. Please note the 4-hour break during term-time is unpaid. Breaks/lunches during school holidays are paid.

What s great about this job: Both current and past employees highly recommend this role. Zara is a fabulous young lady, she loves to laugh, giggle and have fun! This is a busy, fun, and welcoming family home. The role offers a competitive salary and excellent working hours. An opportunity not to be missed!

Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using our Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.

When a specific gender is essential, it is considered a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, for a female or male worker to work with our client.