Support Assistant

Thecastleschoolnewbury; Newbury; On-site; GBP 40,000 - GBP 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Newbury seeks a passionate Support Assistant to provide essential support to students with special educational needs. This role involves working closely with teachers, implementing education plans, and assisting with personal needs. Ideal candidates should possess excellent communication and organizational skills, along with a warm and caring personality. No prior experience is necessary as training will be provided, making it a great opportunity for those seeking a fulfilling career in education.

Benefits

Opportunity to work with experienced colleagues

Bespoike training package

Caring and inclusive environment

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; training will be provided.
• Passion for supporting students' learning and development is essential.
• Compassionate and patient demeanour required.

Responsibilities

• Support the needs of pupils with special educational needs individually or in small groups.
• Assist in implementing education plans devised by therapists.
• Help with pupils’ personal needs and adapt to various classrooms.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work well within a team

Strong organisational skills

Education

Minimum qualification of GCSE or equivalent

Job description

Castle School Support Assistant

Have you got the energy, vision and passion for SEN and a good sense of fun to join our team? The Castle School @Newbury meets the individual needs of 190 students between 4 and 19 years, all of whom have special needs.

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, creative and hardworking people to our Support Assistants team. You will be working with students across the school age range who have special educational needs. Working closely with the class teacher, you will support the needs of pupils as individuals or in small groups. You will be required to help implement education plans and provide assistance with programmes devised by other therapists.

You will be required to assist with pupils’ personal needs. You will work across the whole school and in a variety of classrooms so will need to be flexible and adaptable.

You will need to have excellent people skills and a warm and caring personality. The ability to communicate effectively with pupils, parents and other staff is important.

Skills and Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of GCSE or equivalent
• No previous experience required; training will be provided
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well within a team environment
• Strong organisational skills

Values and Attitudes

• Passion for supporting students' learning and development
• Compassionate and patient demeanour
• Commitment to creating an inclusive and supportive classroom environment

In return we offer

• The opportunity to work with highly experienced, devoted colleagues and students
• A bespoke package of support and training to enable you to grow and develop into who you are aspiring to be
• A caring, positive and inclusive environment
• Well trained, professional and supportive governors

For further information and an application pack please contact Cassy Clark via email on [e-mail]

Closing date: 22nd February 2026

Interviews: Thursday 26 February 2026

The Castle School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment and are in line with the guidance in KCSIE. All shortlisted candidates will be asked to complete a criminal records self-disclosure form. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches to help to identify any incidents and/or issues, which may be relevant to your suitability for the role, which the school may want to explore further with you.