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Job Title: Teaching Assistant
Location: Manor House School, Slinfold, Horsham, RH13 0QX
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Salary: Up to £24,000 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata )
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: November 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available
About the Role
At Manor House School, every day is an opportunity to make a lasting difference. As a SEN Teaching Assistant, you'll play a vital role in helping children and young people overcome challenges, discover their strengths and achieve things they may never have thought possible.
Whether you're supporting a student to take their first steps towards independent learning, helping them build confidence and emotional resilience, or celebrating a breakthrough moment they've worked hard to reach, you'll be there for every milestone along the way. No achievement is too small, and every success is worth celebrating.
This is far more than a support role. It's an opportunity to inspire, motivate and empower students to believe in themselves and reach their full potential in a safe, nurturing and inclusive environment.
If you're compassionate, patient and passionate about transforming young lives, we'd love to welcome you to our dedicated team and make a difference together.
What You'll Be Doing
Inspire and support students every day , whether working in the classroom, in small groups, or providing tailored 1:1 support to help them succeed.
Bring learning to life by working alongside teachers to deliver engaging, personalised lessons that meet each sudents individual needs.
Build meaningful relationships that help student s feel safe, understood, valued, and ready to learn.
Champion personal growth , encouraging independence, communication skills, emotional wellbeing, and social development.
Make a positive impact on behaviour through nurturing, consistent, and supportive approaches.
Be part of memorable experiences , supporting educational visits, enrichment activities, and the wider life of the school.
Celebrate every success , tracking progress and working closely with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to help student s overcome challenges and reach their goals.
Create opportunities to thrive by helping to maintain a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment where every student can flourish.
What you will bring
You don't need years of SEN experience, we're looking for the right person.
• GCSE Grade 4/C (or equivalent) in English and Maths.
• A genuine passion for supporting children and young people with additional needs.
• Patience, empathy and resilience, even during challenging moments.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, team-focused attitude.
• The ability to build trusting relationships and inspire confidence.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
• Driving licence required
About Us
At OFG Education, we believe every student deserves an education designed around who they are. Through high expectations, deep expertise and truly personalised education, we help students realise their potential and prepare for successful futures.
Building on more than 20 years of experience, we are bringing our approach to more students and communities around the world. Across the UK, Iberia and the Gulf, our schools combine the strength, expertise and high standards of an international education group with the individuality of each school and the communities they serve.
Whatever your role, joining OFG education means contributing to our shared ambition: empowering every student to success through truly personalised education.
About Our School
Manor House School is an independent co-educational school for students with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We provide a small, supportive environment where personalised learning helps students rebuild confidence and engage with education. Our dedicated staff foster positive relationships, emotional wellbeing, and a calm, nurturing atmosphere. Through tailored support and a broad curriculum, we empower students to achieve success and prepare for life beyond school.
We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.
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