Teaching Assistant - Reading Start Date: ASAP Salary: £22,996 - £24,568 Contract: Permanent Make a real impact where it matters most Simply Education is proud to be working in partnership with a specialist independent day school, offering a highly supportive learning environment for students aged 6-16 with a wide range of additional needs. Join a Brand-New SEN School & Help Shape Its Future We're looking for passionate, resilient, and caring Teaching Assistants to join our brand-new school and play a key role in building an exceptional learning environment from the ground up. This is more than just a job - it's your chance to make a real impact, grow with us, and help create a setting where every child can thrive. What You'll Be Doing As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be at the heart of our classroom, supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Conditions and moderate to severe learning difficulties. You will: Support pupils' learning, development, and emotional wellbeing Work closely with teachers to deliver engaging, meaningful lessons Use positive behaviour strategies tailored to each child Create a safe, nurturing, and structured environment Play a key role in safeguarding and promoting student welfare Collaborate with a supportive, multidisciplinary team What We're Looking For We want individuals who genuinely care and are committed to making a difference. You'll bring: A strong commitment to putting children first A positive, adaptable, and solution-focused approach Confidence working independently and as part of a team Strong communication and interpersonal skills Basic English, Maths, and ICT skills Why Join Us? Be part of a new and growing school Opportunity to shape and influence provision from day one Work in a collaborative, supportive environment Grow your career alongside the school Perks & Benefits Fully funded training & ongoing development Discounts on shopping, dining, gym memberships, and more Cycle to Work Scheme & Car Scheme Enhanced annual leave, pension, sick pay & life assurance 24/7 GP access for you and your household Apply today or contact Gina at Simply Education to find out more.