Teaching Assistant at Maiden Erlegh School in Reading

Location: Silverdale Rd, Earley, Reading, Berkshire, RG6 7HS

Contract Type: Permanent

Contract Term: Part-Time

Salary: £18,660.00 Annually (Actual)

Grade: 4 SCP 7-11

Working Hours: 30 hours per week, Term Time only plus 2 INSET days

Closing Date: Midnight, Wed 30th Sep, 2026

Start Date: As soon as possible

Positions Available: 3

Interview Date(s): To be confirmed

About This Role

Working closely with teachers, you will support individual students and small groups to access the curriculum, engage positively in learning and develop greater confidence and independence. You will respond to individual learning, SEND and behavioural needs, using agreed strategies and resources to help students participate fully and make progress.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with teachers to understand lesson objectives, planned activities and individual student support needs.
• Support individual students and small groups to understand instructions, access learning activities and develop independent learning skills.
• Check students’ understanding and provide appropriate support, including the use of visual and verbal prompts where required.
• Encourage students to participate in lessons, develop their thinking skills and take pride in their work.
• Provide constructive feedback to students and share observations with teachers to support assessment and future planning.
• Support positive behaviour and classroom routines, helping to maintain a safe, purposeful and respectful learning environment.
• Support students with SEND or additional learning needs through agreed strategies and targeted interventions.
• Help students develop confidence, resilience and independence in their learning.
• Prepare and organise learning resources and support small intervention groups where directed.
• Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND colleagues and other colleagues to promote an inclusive learning environment.

The Ideal Candidate

• You will have an NVQ Level 2 / CACHE Level 2 Certificate in Supporting Teaching and Learning or equivalent, together with an NVQ Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English and mathematics.
• Good questioning, observation and assessment skills.
• An understanding of how to support students with learning activities and encourage independence.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to listen carefully and respond sensitively to individual student needs.
• An understanding of positive behaviour management approaches.
• Aware of the needs of students with special educational needs.
• A caring, positive and adaptable approach.
• The ability to work effectively both as part of a team and independently when required.
• A commitment to confidentiality, safeguarding and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

• Pension Scheme – Generous employer contributions through the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Annual Leave – Generous entitlement, increasing with length of service.
• ME Day – One additional day’s leave each year for a significant personal event.
• Professional Development – Extensive CPD through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, annual Trust Conference and apprenticeship opportunities.
• Hybrid Working – Flexible working arrangements for eligible roles.
• Perkbox – Discounts, wellbeing resources and monthly perk points.
• Wellbeing and Health – Free flu vaccinations and eye tests (where eligible).
• Employee Assistance Programme – 24/7 support and discount schemes.
• Mental Health First Aid Support.
• Recognition and Community – Celebrating achievements and milestones across #TeamMET.
• Employee Referral Scheme.

If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution, please contact recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for an informal discussion. Applicants are encouraged to apply early, as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time. Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.