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eTeach UK Limited; Sutton No. 103; On-site; CAD 34,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Care and Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to support pupils with SEMH and autism at Grove Road School in Sutton. You will assist in classrooms, support learning activities and adapt environments to individual needs, helping students engage and progress.

The role involves 1:1 and small-group support, collaborating with teachers and specialists to implement personalised plans in a nurturing setting.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children with behavioural support needs and strategies.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or above or equivalent.
• Willingness to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside the classroom to enable full engagement.
• Help set up activities and adapt environments to individual needs using technology as appropriate.
• Support teachers and engage with students, maintaining a positive, non-disruptive classroom.
• Work 1:1 with some students to provide targeted learning time.

Skills

Behavioural support

Classroom support

Education

GCSEs English & Maths (C)

Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - (Grove Road School - Sutton)

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 Sutton.

Grove Road School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Sutton, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 11-19 with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and Autism. Grove Road School provides comprehensive resources and meaningful opportunities for every young person to develop academically, socially, and emotionally. 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.

What you’ll get to do

• 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.

What we’re looking for from you

• 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.
• Supportive management and senior leaders.

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Employee benefits

• Discount programmes
• Holiday trading scheme
• Eco friendly car scheme
• SmartTech scheme
• Wellbeing Centre
• Cycle to work
• plus much more!

Closing date for this role will be the 12th October

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