At a Glance
- Tasks: Support pupils with SEMH and additional needs in a nurturing learning environment.
- Company: New Barn School, part of Options Autism, dedicated to inclusive education.
- Benefits: Life assurance, pension scheme, mental health support, and flexible benefits.
- Other info: Join a passionate team focused on achieving the best outcomes for every pupil.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people while developing your skills.
- Qualifications: GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) and experience with children.
The predicted salary is between 23638 - 23638 £ per year.
Location: New Barn School – River View House, Newbury, Berkshire RG14 2PS
Salary: £23,638 per annum (not pro‑rate)
Hours: 40 hours per week Monday to Friday
Contract: Permanent – Term Time Only
Start date: September 2026
Applicants: UK only; no sponsorship offered
What You’ll Be Doing
- Support pupils with SEMH and additional needs to engage positively in learning.
- Work alongside teachers to deliver engaging and personalised learning activities.
- Provide one‑to‑one and small group support tailored to individual pupil needs.
- Help create a safe, nurturing and structured learning environment.
- Encourage pupils to develop confidence, resilience and independence.
- Support pupils’ emotional wellbeing and positive behaviour development.
- Prepare learning resources and assist with classroom activities.
- Work collaboratively as part of a passionate multi‑disciplinary team focused on achieving the best outcomes for every pupil.
About You
- Holds GCSE English and Maths (Grade 4/C or above) or equivalent.
- Has experience as a Teaching Assistant or working with children and young people (SEN experience desirable).
- Has an interest in supporting pupils with SEMH, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and additional needs.
- Builds positive, trusting relationships with young people.
- Is patient, adaptable and resilient when faced with challenges.
- Embraces a therapeutic and nurturing approach to supporting learning and behaviour.
- Works well both independently and as part of a team.
- Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.
About Us
New Barn School, part of Options Autism, provides inclusive, nurturing education for autistic children and young people with complex needs across three sites. We deliver personalised learning, therapeutic support and vocational opportunities tailored to each pupil’s Education, Health and Care Plan, and we are part of Outcomes First Group, a leading provider of evidence‑based approaches that produce measurable outcomes for those we serve.
Benefits
- Life Assurance
- Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
- "Your Wellbeing Matters" – mental health support and physical health checks
- Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including health, wellbeing and insurance benefits, discounts, Cycle‑to‑Work and Electric Car Purchase schemes, critical illness cover and family growth support such as enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support
Application Process
We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications. The process includes social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS for successful applicants and will be conducted in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education and statutory safeguarding requirements.
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