Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Manor Primary School
Part Time - 30 hours per week - Monday to Friday - Term time only - Fixed until 31st August 2027
We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly school on a fixed term contract.
Manor Primary School is a vibrant, friendly, multi‑cultural and inclusive school promoting the highest standards for all of our children, offering a broad and balanced curriculum with an aim of making people successful.
This position will involve working and supporting children in class with their learning under the direction of the Class Teacher. The ideal person should be calm and caring and able to make a dedicated contribution to sensitively supporting the needs of all children. Previous experience would be an advantage.
We are looking for someone who:
- is passionate about children’s learning and able to inspire children to achieve their potential
- has lots of energy, enthusiasm and patience
- is flexible and can work well within a team
- has experience of working with children
- has a good standard of written and spoken English
- has a sense of humour
In return we can offer:
- delightful, happy, friendly and hardworking children
- a supportive staff team
- a commitment to Continuing Professional Development.
For the purposes of equal opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
Closing date Monday 16th November 2026
Shortlisting Wednesday 18th November 2026
Interviews week commencing 23rd November 2026
An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be sought from the successful candidate.
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Company: Reading Borough Council Salary: £17,554 to £17,878 a year Hours: Part-time Location: Reading, RG30 3LJ Working pattern: On-site Job type: Temporary Posting date: 3 Nov 2026 Closing date: 16 Nov 2026
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