About this role
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Job Title: Teaching Assistant (no experience needed, training provided)
Location: New Barn School - River View House, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2PS
Salary: £23,638.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Hours: 40 hours per week | Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent | Term Time Only
Start: September 2026
UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.
About the role
Looking for a career where you can make a genuine difference every single day?
At New Barn School, we're looking for caring, enthusiastic and resilient individuals to join our growing team as Teaching Assistants. You don't need previous experience in education—we'll provide all the training and support you need to build a rewarding career in specialist education.
Working with pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and additional learning needs, you'll help young people build confidence, overcome challenges and achieve things they never thought possible.
If you're compassionate, patient and want a role where every day matters, we'd love to hear from you.
What You'll Be Doing
Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs to engage in learning and school life.
Providing one-to-one and small-group support tailored to individual needs.
Working alongside teachers to deliver creative, engaging and personalised learning activities.
Helping create a safe, nurturing and structured environment where every pupil can thrive.
Encouraging confidence, resilience, independence and positive behaviour.
Supporting pupils' emotional wellbeing using therapeutic and nurturing approaches.
Preparing learning resources and assisting with classroom, outdoor and enrichment activities.
Working as part of a supportive multidisciplinary team focused on achieving the very best outcomes for every pupil.
About You
We're looking for someone who:
Holds GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
No previous experience is