Learning Support Assistants - Addington School
Listed on 2026-09-21
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Education / Teaching
Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Teacher Assistant/ Paraprofessional, Special Education Assistant, School Counseling & Student Support
Learning Support Assistants - The Addington School
Reading
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job detailsSalary £18,081 - £18,368 per annum plus £1,087 SEN Allowance per annum
Contractual hours 30
Basis Part time
Region Term Time Only / Permanent / Part-Time
Job category/type Schools
Date posted 18/09/2026
Job reference SCH
3541
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.
30 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days
Monday - 8.50 am to 4.15 pm, Tuesday to Friday - 8.50 am to 3.25 pm
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 Early Years Centre in Farley Hill and are interested in hearing from applicants with previous experience of supporting children and young people with special educational needs.
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.
ASCENDANCY PARTNERSHIP TRUST - STRONGER AND BETTER TOGETHER
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