Teaching Assistant
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5SL21 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
5 May 2026 at 12:59am
Date listed
10 April 2026
Job details
Job role
- Teaching assistant
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- £26,402.00 - £28,141.00 Annually (FTE) Grade 4, SCP 7. 31 hours per week Term Time Only Plus INSET days. £18,920.84 (Actual Salary)
Teaching Assistant job summary
The Teaching Assistant contributes to effective teaching and learning by supporting students to access the curriculum, engage in lessons and develop independence. Working closely with teachers and SEND colleagues, the role supports individual students and small groups to participate fully in learning activities and make progress in line with their needs and targets. The postholder contributes to a positive, inclusive learning environment by reinforcing high expectations, supporting behaviour routines and promoting respectful relationships that enable student wellbeing and engagement.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Support the delivery of teaching and learning by working with teachers to implement learning activities that enable students to engage with the curriculum and make progress
Work with individual students and small groups to clarify instructions, support understanding and encourage independent learning
Support students to use learning resources, equipment and materials appropriately during lessons
Monitor student engagement and understanding, providing feedback to teachers to inform teaching approaches and support strategies
Provide timely support during lessons including prompting, questioning, reading or scribing to enable participation in learning
Contribute to assessment by observing and recording student progress, achievements and areas for development
Support behaviour management by reinforcing expectations, routines and positive conduct to maintain a safe and purposeful learning environment
Build positive relationships with students and promote confidence, resilience and independence in learning
Support students with SEND or additional needs through agreed strategies and targeted interventions to enable inclusive access to learning
Assist with the preparation of learning resources and support additional activities such as homework clubs or intervention sessions
Work collaboratively with teachers, SEND staff and colleagues to support effective curriculum delivery and inclusive practice
Contribute to the wider life of the school, including supervision duties and extra-curricular activities where appropriate
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE
Holds a relevant Level 2 qualification in supporting teaching and learning or equivalent
Holds Level 2 or equivalent qualifications in English and mathematics
Demonstrates effective questioning, observation and assessment skills to support student learning
Understands the role of a teaching assistant in supporting and supervising students within structured learning activities
Communicates clearly and works effectively with students and colleagues
Listens and responds sensitively to the needs of students
Organises work effectively and follows direction from teaching staff while contributing positively to the learning environment
Understands positive behaviour management approaches that support a productive classroom
Shows a caring and supportive approach, with awareness of the needs of students with SEND
Works effectively as part of a team and independently when required
Maintains confidentiality and demonstrates reliability and professionalism
Adapts to changing situations and demonstrates a commitment to ongoing professional development
ABOUT MAIDEN ERLEGH TRUST
Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5000 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.
We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.
Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference—a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.
Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.
You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.
BENEFITS
Further information about working at Maiden Erlegh Trust can be found on our website here. Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work, and colleagues across our Trust benefit from a range of opportunities and schemes designed to recognise their contribution and support their growth.
Pension Scheme: Generous employer contributions, with auto-enrolment into either the Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Earning Schemes.
Annual Leave: We offer a generous holiday entitlement, which increases with length of service.
ME Day: Colleagues may request one additional day’s leave each year to attend a special personal event, such as a child’s sports day or graduation, or a family celebration.
Professional Development: We offer a comprehensive programme of professional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, including opportunities to both attend and deliver CPD. Colleagues also take part in our annual Conference, a full day of workshops, networking and learning for all staff.
Colleagues can also access a range of professional development opportunities using Apprenticeship Levy funding, and benefit from professional development networks.
Hybrid Working: For eligible roles, we support a flexible approach to working arrangements, balancing remote and office-based work where appropriate.
Perkbox: Colleagues have access to Perkbox, which offers a wide range of discounts and wellness resources and receive 25 Perk points each month which can be exchanged for goods and services.
Wellbeing and Health: Free flu vaccinations are offered to all staff, and free eye tests are provided to those who are eligible.
Employee Assistance Programme: Incorporating discount vouchers, access to 24/7 support and more.
Mental Health First Aid support.
Recognition and Community: We regularly celebrate staff achievements, milestones and contributions across our schools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging within the #TeamMET community.
Employee Referral Scheme.
Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.
ABOUT THE SCHOOL
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11-16 secondary school in an urban context which is as committed to the welfare of students and staff as it is to our high-quality education. Staff wellbeing is a key focus of the school. Staff voice is very important to us in determining both our change management plans and our ongoing wellbeing objectives. Our school benefits from excellent, modern facilities and teaching spaces and we are very proud of our vibrant, diverse and engaging students who work hard and have high aspirations.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution to the future of our Trust and its schools, please contact recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for an informal discussion.
Applicants are encouraged to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
View advert on external website (opens in new tab)About Maiden Erlegh School in Reading
- School type
- Free School, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- School size
- 885 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
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- School website
- Maiden Erlegh School in Reading website
Maiden Erlegh School in Reading is an ambitious, over-subscribed 11-16 secondary school in an urban context which is as committed to the welfare of students and staff as it is our high quality education. Our school benefits from excellent, modern facilities and teaching spaces and we are very proud of our vibrant, diverse and engaging students who work hard and have high aspirations.
We have a highly effective team of tenacious, optimistic and talented staff , supported by an experienced leadership team.
Professional development is a strength here, thanks to our Teaching School. We offer a flexible CPD programme which staff can tailor to their own needs which includes coaching and training for new entrants to the profession and to support career returners. We are very happy to discuss flexible working arrangements including part-time working and job-sharing.
The school is a part of the Maiden Erlegh Trust which offers a range of career opportunities in our vibrant and successful schools. We have a proven track record of supporting ambitious staff to middle and senior leadership posts and our can offer Specialist Leader of Education and school improvement opportunities to the right candidates
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