Teaching Assistant

We work smarter so that you can enjoy the things that matter outside of work! Job Title: SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday Salary: £23,638.00 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: September 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role At Manor House School, no two days are the same. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping children and young people overcome challenges, build confidence and celebrate achievements they never thought possible. Whether it's helping a pupil engage in learning for the first time, supporting them to regulate their emotions, or celebrating a breakthrough moment, you'll be making a genuine difference every single day. If you're patient, resilient and passionate about helping young people reach their potential, we'd love to welcome you to our team. What You'll Be Doing Support pupils in class, in small groups and on a 1:1 basis to help them engage, achieve and grow. Work alongside teachers to deliver creative, personalised learning that meets individual needs. Build trusted relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and confident. Encourage independence, communication, emotional wellbeing and social development. Promote positive behaviour using nurturing and consistent approaches. Support educational visits, enrichment activities and wider school life. Record pupil progress and work closely with teachers, therapists and pastoral colleagues to celebrate successes and overcome challenges. Help create a safe, inclusive environment where every pupil can thrive. About You Support pupils in class, in small groups and on a 1:1 basis to help them engage, achieve and grow. Work alongside teachers to deliver creative, personalised learning that meets individual needs. Build trusted relationships that help pupils feel safe, valued and confident. Encourage independence, communication,