SEN Teaching Assistant - (Great Howarth SEN School)

Horizon Care Ltd; Rochdale; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Horizon Care Ltd. is seeking a SEN Teaching Assistant for Great Howarth SEN School in Rochdale. The role focuses on supporting children with complex needs in an expanding independent school.

You will work within a team to provide high-quality education and tailored learning support, including 1:1 sessions and classroom assistance. A background in behavioural support is valued, with qualifications pursued as needed.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children who have behavioural support needs and knowledge of management strategies.
• GCSE English and Maths at grade C or higher or equivalent functional skills.
• Willingness to work towards a recognised teaching assistant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Assist students in their educational and social development.
• Provide support inside and outside the classroom to enable full participation in activities.
• Set up activities for students using technology or adapting the environment as needed.
• Support teachers by engaging with students and providing learning support in a positive, non-disruptive manner.
• Work 1:1 with some students to give them time and support to learn.

Skills

Behavioural support

Behavioural management

Engagement

1:1 support

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

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SEN Teaching Assistant - (Great Howarth SEN School)

Job Reference horizoncare/TP/887/1461

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Full Time

37.5 hrs pw TT only

Working Hours:

37..50

Location:

Closing Date:

26/11/2026

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 Great Howarth School.

Great Howarth is in the process of expansion! The school is growing in size and capacity so we are recruiting for new Teaching Assistants to join the existing team!

Great Howarth School is an independent specialist day school providing high-quality education for boys and girls. Based in Rochdale, the school meets the diverse needs of pupils aged 7-18 with a range of complex needs including: Speech, Language & Communication Needs (SLCN), Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH), ADHD and Autism.

Can support starts before the end of the school year or for September start.

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.

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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