SEN Teaching Assistant Job at Horizon Care and Education Group (Tipton)

SEN Teaching Assistant

Horizon Care and Education Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Tipton

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

21624.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

Bright Futures, Inspired By You. Are you passionate about supporting children and young people with Special Educational Needs (SEN)? Do you thrive in a dynamic and rewarding environment? If so, Horizon Care and Education is looking for a dedicated and enthusiastic SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team at our school based in Tipton. Tipton Green College is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Tipton, the college meets the diverse needs of pupils aged aged 11-19 with Special Education Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Through education, we enable young people to gain the skills and resilience needed to succeed in life beyond school, inspiring the brightest futures. Our specialist independent schools offer unrivalled opportunities, securing strong educational outcomes with personalised, inclusive, and stimulating programmes of learning. There’s nothing more rewarding than helping someone believe in themselves, have the confidence to celebrate their own uniqueness and achieve success that is personal to them.

Job Responsibility:

Assisting students in their educational and social development
Provide support inside and outside of the classroom, so they can fully engage in a wide range of activities
Help to set up activities for students, using technology or adjusting the environment to suit their needs
Support teachers, engaging with students, providing learning support, and reacting to situations in the classroom in a positive, non-disruptive manner
Working 1:1 with some students, to give them the time and support they need to learn

Requirements:

Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs with a good knowledge of behavioural management techniques and strategies
Grade C or above GCSE in English and Math, or L1/2 equivalent functional skills qualification
Hold or be willing to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification

What we offer:

Access to Tastecard, Bluelight card and MyGym discounts
Real Living Wage employer
Competitive pay rates
Christmas bonus
Generous Refer a Friend Scheme
Financial wellbeing service
Life Assurance
Ongoing training and professional development plus High quality CPD opportunities
Comprehensive induction programme including face-to-face training, online modules, shadowing, and local induction period
Face-to-face therapeutic training and support for all colleagues via our SHINE programme
Employee assistance programme – free, confidential support
Looking after your wellbeing - supporting you need to feel good about what you do. We’re in this together
Supportive management and senior leaders

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
January 26, 2026

Expiration:
February 21, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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