Teaching Assistant SEND

Full or Part Time | Term Time Only
Immediate Start Available

Mount House School is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to provide 1:1 pastoral and academic support to a student with EHCP needs.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference within a small, nurturing and academically ambitious independent school in Barnet, North London.

About Mount House School

Mount House is a co-educational independent day school for students aged 11–18. With a maximum of sixty students in each year group, every student is known, valued and supported to flourish.

We combine strong academic expectations with exceptional pastoral care. We encourage our students to work hard, ask for help and demonstrate kindness in all their interactions. Creative arts, music and sport play a central role in school life, alongside a vibrant House system that fosters belonging and healthy competition.

Our small class sizes and supportive staff culture create an environment where both students and colleagues thrive.

Blenheim Schools Group

In November 2025 Mount House School joined Blenheim Schools Group, a growing family of academically ambitious, child-centred independent schools across the UK. Being part of Blenheim Schools strengthens what makes Mount House special. It allows us to retain our unique identity and ethos while benefiting from the shared expertise, investment and support of a respected education group committed to enabling outstanding futures for every child.

The Role

The successful candidate will:

• Provide 1:1 in-class and pastoral support to a student with EHCP needs

• Support learning, organisation and emotional regulation

• Promote independence and confidence

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO and Heads of Year

• Contribute positively to the wider life of the school

We welcome applications from candidates with experience in either mainstream or specialist settings, particularly those with knowledge of supporting students with ADHD, trauma-related needs and specific learning difficulties.

This post is offered on a full or part-time basis (term time only) and is linked to Local Authority funding for a named student.

Why Join Mount House?

• Small, supportive and collegiate working environment

• Opportunity to develop SEND expertise

• Close working relationships with staff and students

• Meaningful impact on an individual student’s educational journey

• Valuable experience within a thriving independent school

How to Apply

Further details about the role and how to apply can be found at:
https://www.mounthouse.org.uk/vacancies/

Please email a completed application form and supporting statement to:
careers@mounthouse.org.uk

Closing Date: Tuesday 7th April 2026 at 9am

We reserve the right to close this advert early should a suitable candidate be appointed. Early applications are therefore encouraged.

CVs alone will not be accepted.

Safeguarding

Mount House School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks, satisfactory references, and verification of identity and right to work in the UK.