Learning Support Assistants – Woodley – Addington School
Reading
Reading 30/06/2026
The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.
Job details
Salary £17,503 – £17,781 per annum plus £1,052 SEN Allowance per annum
Contractual hours 30
Basis Part time
Region Term Time Only / Permanent / Part-Time
Job category/type Early Years Services, Education, Schools, Youth Work
Date posted 18/05/2026
Job reference SCH3431
Required from September 2026
30 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days
Monday – 8.50 – 4.15, Tuesday to Friday 8.50 – 3.25
£17,503 – £17,781 per annum plus £1,052 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.
Benefits
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.
Responsibilities
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.
Please contact Amanda Cherry, HR Manager on 0118 966 9073 if you wish to discuss further.
Commitment
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.
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