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

SEN Teaching Assistant

Horizon Care and Education Group

Location:
United Kingdom , Oldham

Category:
Education

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

21624.00 GBP / Year

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Job Description:

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 dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join our team at Thornycroft School, Oldham. Thornycroft School will be a brand-new, independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for up to 70 pupils. Opening in the spring we are looking forward to welcoming new students! Based in Oldham, Greater Manchester, the school will meet the diverse needs of pupils aged 5-19 with Special Educational Needs (SEN), including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism.

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:
April 10, 2026

Expiration:
April 26, 2026

Employment Type:

Fulltime

Work Type:

On-site work

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