SEND Learning Support Assistant (One-to-One) - Coley Primary School

Reading Borough Council; Reading; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Coley Primary School in Reading is seeking a caring SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs. The role covers the full school day during term time, with 28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:15pm, until 31 August 2027.

You will work closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO, using relational approaches to support emotional wellbeing, learning and personal development.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people, ideally with SEND.
• Able to build positive relationships and support inclusion.
• Willing to learn and reflect on practice.
• Supports one-to-one learning throughout the school day.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs.
• Assist pupil to access learning and participate in activities.
• Collaborate with Class Teacher and SENCO to monitor progress.

Skills

Patience and warmth

Calm demeanor

Team player

Resilient and reflective

Experience with children or SEND

Job description

SEND Learning Support Assistant (One-to-One) - Coley Primary School

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £16,823 to £17,133 Per year

Contractual hours 28.75

Basis Part time

Region Term Time Only / Fixed-Term / Part-Time

Job category/type Early Years Services, Education, Schools, Youth Work

28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:15pm - Term time only (excluding INSET days) - Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027

At Coley Primary School, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and supported to reach their full potential. We are looking for a caring and committed SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs.

This rewarding role involves supporting a child throughout the school day; helping them access learning, develop confidence, build positive relationships and feel a genuine sense of belonging within our school community.

Working closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO, you will use our relational and therapeutic approach to support the child's emotional wellbeing, learning and personal development.

We are looking for someone who:

• Is warm, patient, calm and nurturing
• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally with SEND
• Can build positive and trusting relationships
• Supports inclusion and believes every child can succeed
• Works well as part of a team
• Is resilient, reflective and willing to learn
• Shares our commitment to helping children feel safe, understood and successful

Living Our Coley Values

At Coley Primary School, our values shape everything we do:

• Belonging - helping every child feel included and valued
• Respect - treating every child with dignity and understanding
• Honesty - communicating openly and building trust
• Curiosity - noticing and responding thoughtfully to children's needs
• Courage - providing steady support through challenges
• Pride - celebrating growth and achievement every day

Why Join Coley?

• Join a supportive and friendly staff team
• Work in a school that values relationships and emotional wellbeing
• Receive training and development opportunities
• Make a genuine difference to a child's life every day
• Be part of an inclusive school community where every child matters

Closing Date: Sunday 1st November 2026

Interviews: Wednesday 11th November 2026

Coley Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and all other safer recruitment checks.