Teaching Assistant (SEN)
Huntingdon House School – Ashby de la Zouch
Huntingdon House School is a brand-new, small independent school for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN), opening soon in the heart of Ashby de la Zouch. Funded by local authorities, we will provide a highly personalised education for a maximum of 10 students aged 11–16, all of whom have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
Our students are likely to have learning difficulties, language and communication needs and/or Autism, and most will be working within Key Stages 1 and 2 of the National Curriculum. We are a nurturing, creative and highly collaborative school that places well-being at the centre of everything we do.
We are now seeking a committed and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to join our team as we prepare to open.
About the Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play an essential role in supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the school. You will work closely with the Special Needs Teacher and wider staff team to deliver personalised support that helps each student achieve their potential.
You will support students in a variety of learning contexts, including 1:1 work, small groups (3–4 students) and occasional whole-school activities. A flexible and creative approach is important, as our timetable is responsive to the needs of our students and designed to promote engagement, confidence and well-being.
Collaboration is central to our ethos. You will contribute to planning discussions, share your observations and ideas, and take part in regular timetabled sessions for reflection, assessment and professional dialogue.
Key Responsibilities
- Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects
- Provide individual and small-group support tailored to student needs
- Assist with behaviour regulation, communication support and sensory needs
- Contribute to planning, preparation and ongoing assessment
- Help create a safe, nurturing and stimulating learning environment
- Work proactively as part of a small, supportive team
Why Join Us?
- Help shape an exciting new specialist school
- Work in a small, nurturing environment with a maximum of 10 students
- Meaningful relationships with students and families
- Highly collaborative and supportive staff team
- A beautiful and calm working environment in central Ashby de la Zouch
- A culture that values creativity, well-being and professional growth
If you are patient, enthusiastic and passionate about supporting young people with SEN, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Pay: £25,658.00 per year
Benefits:
- Free parking
- On-site parking
Work Location: In person
