Teaching Assistant

Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge; Reading; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A local school in Reading is seeking an individual to support teaching and learning across various subjects. This role requires building supportive relationships with students and assisting in lesson preparation. Candidates should have strong literacy and numeracy skills and a commitment to safeguarding. The position offers opportunities for professional development and emphasizes staff wellbeing.

Benefits

Generous pension scheme

Annual leave increasing with service

Additional leave for personal events

Comprehensive professional development

Flexibility in working arrangements

Access to employee benefit platform

Free flu vaccinations

Employee assistance programme

Qualifications

• Is patient and genuinely committed to supporting young people.
• Builds strong, supportive relationships with students.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and families.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects.
• Provide targeted academic and pastoral support.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation and delivery.
• Promote positive behaviour and maintain an effective learning environment.

Skills

Positive attitude

Strong literacy and numeracy skills

Ability to build relationships

Teamwork and communication

Organised and proactive

Experience working with children

Experience supporting students with SEND

Commitment to safeguarding

Education

GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning across a range of subjects and year groups.
• Work with individuals and small groups to provide targeted academic and pastoral support.
• Assist teachers with lesson preparation, assessment and delivery.
• Promote positive behaviour and help maintain an effective learning environment.
• Support students with SEND and additional needs, adapting tasks as appropriate.
• Build supportive relationships with students to promote independence, resilience and confidence.
• Assist with supervision duties, including break and lunchtime responsibilities.
• Contribute to wider school life, upholding the ethos and values of Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge.
• Work collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies.

Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge is committed to ensuring that students achieve their full potential and flourish in a school where expectations of ourselves and our students are high. We provide a rich and varied curriculum, as well as an extensive range of extra-curricular activities. Staff and students alike can benefit from the smaller community school feel which makes Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge so special. The semi-rural location in Sonning Common lends itself to beautiful views, as well as being close to Henley and Reading. Staff have the chance to take part in lots of different opportunities within the school, and we are committed to continued professional development. Staff wellbeing is prioritised and our Wellbeing Group continues to work hard to support our staff body. Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day. Maiden Erlegh Chiltern Edge would like all candidates to answer specific questions for the personal statement section. For reference, here is a preview of the questions/headings:

Personal Statement Questions

1. I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, the personal email I have provided on this document can be uploaded to Every to process my onboarding paperwork
2. I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, the personal email I have provided on this document can be uploaded to National College to receive my induction training
3. I confirm that if I am successful in securing the post, that I consent to processing my DBS check using the personal details provided.
4. Please write your personal statement here

Qualifications

• Is positive, patient and genuinely committed to supporting young people.
• Has strong literacy and numeracy skills (GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths, or equivalent).
• Can build strong, supportive relationships with students.
• Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with staff and families.
• Is organised, proactive and able to use initiative.
• Has experience working with children or young people (desirable).
• Has experience supporting students with SEND (desirable).
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

About the 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 750 staff and 4,500 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

Our Values

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

Further Information

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.

Benefits

• 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.