At a Glance
- Tasks: Support teachers and help children with special educational needs thrive in a nurturing environment.
- Company: Addington School, an outstanding special school with a supportive community.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, local government pension, free parking, and staff wellbeing initiatives.
- Other info: Join a collaborative team dedicated to creativity and innovation in education.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in children's lives while developing your skills in education.
- Qualifications: Experience supporting children with special educational needs is preferred.
The predicted salary is between 14189 - 14189 £ per year.
Are you looking for a career that fills you with pride? A role where your patience, creativity, and empathy can literally change the course of a child’s life?
Join a deeply supportive, expert team that values your unique energy and celebrates every small victory.
Required from September 2026 - various hours:
- 24.16 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days, Monday - 8.50 - 4.15, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday 8.50 - 3.25 £13,968 - £14,189 per annum plus £840 SEN Allowance per annum
- 18.33 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days, Monday - 8.50 - 4.15, Thursday, Friday 8.50 - 3.25 £10,597 - £10,765 per annum plus £637 SEN Allowance per annum
- 12.5 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days, Monday - 8.50 - 4.15, Friday 8.50 - 3.25 £7,226 - £7,341 per annum plus £434 SEN Allowance per annum
- 6.67 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days, Monday 8.50 - 4.15 £3,856 - £3,917 per annum plus £231 SEN Allowance per annum
Addington School is part of the Ascendancy Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust with deep community roots across the Berkshire area composed of a family of SEN schools all specialising in learning difficulties. Our main school site is located in Woodley, Reading and we also have a smaller Early Years Centre located in Farley Hill.
We can offer:
- The opportunity to work in a special school judged ‘outstanding’ with a highly experienced Senior Leadership Team
- An environment committed to staff development and growing leadership
- A school with a coaching and collaborative culture
- Membership of an inclusive learning community with SEND expertise
- A school where creativity and innovation is encouraged
- Local Government Pension Scheme, Free Car Parking, Staff Wellbeing Group, Flu Vaccinations, Access to Private Medical Scheme
Addington School offers an environment committed to staff development and a route into teaching for candidates looking for a stepping stone onto the SEND teacher ladder.
Providing support to the Class Teacher, the role will involve assisting with the general management of pupils, preparing the classroom and setting out resources, supporting with pupils’ individual needs providing a bespoke environment for the children to learn. You will also support with the management of pupils with behaviour difficulties and implement behaviour management plans when required.
We cater for pupils aged 3 - 19 years with special educational needs and disabilities across two sites located in Woodley and Farley Hill. We currently have vacancies available at our main site in Woodley and are interested in hearing from applicants with previous experience of supporting children and young people with special educational needs.
Closing date: 17th August 2026
We welcome applications from all sections of the community. Addington School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All employees of Addington School are required to undergo safeguarding checks which will include reference checks and enhanced DBS check. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.
Learning Support Assistant (Woodley) - Addington School in Reading employer: Reading Borough Council
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