Job Reference
EDV/2026/MESR/96537
Location
81 Crescent Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5SL
Contract
Permanent, Part‑Time, 35 hours per week, employment term – Grade 6 (SCP 18‑24), Term Time Only plus 5 INSET days. Salary £25,765.00 annually (actual) – equivalent to £31,537 per year for 35 hours FTE.
Closing Date
Midnight, Thu 11th Jun, 2026
Start Date
As soon as possible
Position
Assistant Phase Leader – one position
About This Role
We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Phase Leader to support the raising of attainment for students within the relevant Key Stage. This is a non‑teaching role working closely with Heads of Year, pastoral teams and inclusion colleagues to support behaviour, attendance, punctuality, welfare, safeguarding and positive engagement with learning.
Successful candidate will play an important role in promoting a positive ethos of learning, maintaining high expectations of student conduct, behaviour, punctuality, uniform and equipment, and supporting students’ readiness to learn.
Key Responsibilities
- Promote a positive learning culture through high expectations of student interactions, conduct and engagement.
- Support Heads of Year, tutors and year teams in providing effective pastoral support for students.
- Monitor behaviour, attendance and punctuality information, identifying patterns and supporting timely intervention.
- Support students on report, Individual Behaviour Plans or Pastoral Support Plans.
- Work with students at risk of disengagement, applying appropriate strategies and interventions.
- Communicate with families and stakeholders to support positive attendance, punctuality and behaviour.
- Liaise with safeguarding colleagues and external agencies where appropriate.
- Contribute to a positive and inclusive atmosphere across selected year groups.
Ideal Candidate
Recent experience of working within a pastoral environment and a caring, positive approach when working with students; able to understand and respond sensitively to student needs; support positive behaviour management and remain calm under pressure; clear communication and interpersonal skills; maintain confidentiality; confident working independently and as part of a team; responsible, adaptable and flexible; commitment to ongoing service and personal development.
NVQ Level 2 or equivalent required.
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 the Trust.
- Employee Referral Scheme.
Equal Opportunities
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.
Contact
R. DaviesR.Davies@maidenerleghtrust.org
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