Teaching Assistant

We put wellbeing first by giving our teams more time to recharge Job Title: Teaching Assistant Location: Miller House School, Leicester LE4 5LQ Hours: 37.5 hours per week | Monday–Friday Salary: £22,160.62 per annum (not pro rata) Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only Start: July 2026 UK applicants only – no sponsorship available About the Role As a Teaching Assistant at Miller House School, you will play a vital role in supporting pupils with additional and complex needs to access learning and reach their full potential. Working closely with teachers and specialists, you will provide tailored one-to-one and small group support, helping to deliver engaging and creative learning experiences both inside and outside the classroom. You will support pupils’ academic progress alongside their social, emotional, and behavioural development, creating a safe, nurturing, and structured environment where they can thrive. Building positive, trusting relationships will be at the heart of everything you do, helping pupils to grow in confidence and overcome barriers to learning. What You’ll Be Doing Providing 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual needs Supporting the delivery of creative, engaging lessons alongside teaching staff Helping pupils develop confidence, independence and emotional resilience Building positive, trusting relationships that support progress and wellbeing Supporting a range of learning experiences, including outdoor activities Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and colleagues to deliver consistent support About you This role is ideal for someone who is: GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths. Compassionate, calm, and adaptable, even when things don’t go to plan Comfortable working both indoors and outdoors, supporting a range of learning experiences A natural communicator and team player, able to build rapport with pupils and staff Passionate about inclusive education and supporting young people with SEN Eager to learn, grow