SEN Teaching Assistant - (Draycott Moor School - Stoke-on-Trent)

Horizon Care Ltd; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

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Job summary

Horizon Care and Education is seeking a dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant for Draycott Moor School in Stoke-on-Trent. The role supports pupils aged 10-18 with SEN, including SEMH, with 37.5 hours per week in a full-time position. 2 posts are available.

You’ll work 1:1 and in small groups to assist learning, behaviour management, and classroom activities, contributing to a positive, inclusive environment.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Support students in educational and social development.
• Provide learning support inside and outside the classroom to engage in activities.
• Assist with setting up activities and adapt environment to student needs.
• Support teachers and respond to classroom situations positively.
• Occasionally work 1:1 with students to provide tailored support.

Skills

Behavioural support

GCSE English & Maths

Teaching assistant qualification

Education

GCSE English and Maths

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant - (Draycott Moor School - Stoke-on-Trent)

Job Reference horizoncare/TP/887/1496

Number of Positions:

2

Contract Type:

Full Time

37.5 hrs pw TT only

Working Hours:

37..50

Location:

Stoke - On - Trent

Closing Date:

09/12/2026

Job Category:

Education

Region / Division:

North

Business Unit:

Education

Job Introduction

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 Draycott Moor School.

Draycott Moor College is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Staffordshire, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 10-18 with Special Educational Needs (SEN) including Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) Needs .

Draycott Moor provides a high-quality education for all our young people, enhanced by a caring and positive atmosphere.

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

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You will benefit from Discount programmes, Holiday trading scheme, Eco friendly car scheme, SmartTech scheme, Wellbeing Centre and Cycle to work plus much more!