Teaching Assistant - The Ridgeway Primary School

Reading Borough Council; Reading; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Reading Borough Council, The Ridgeway Primary School in Reading, is seeking a self-motivated Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This 32.5 hours per week, term-time-only role runs Monday to Friday from 8.30am to 3.30pm and is offered on a fixed-term contract.

We provide ongoing training and professional development to support staff growth. Applicants should be patient and capable of supporting pupils in upper Key Stage 2, with a commitment to inclusion and high expectations for

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with their learning and behaviour, particularly in upper Key Stage 2.
• Create a positive, nurturing environment and build strong relationships with pupils, families and colleagues.

Job description

Salary £19,017 to £19,367 Per year

Teaching Assistant - The Ridgeway Primary School

Location: Reading

Date posted: 03/11/2026

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

Job details

Salary £19,017 to £19,367 Per year

Contractual hours 32.5 Basis Part time

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

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

Job reference SCH3590

Attachment: Teaching Assistant - Job Description.pdf

Job description

32.5 hours per week - Term time only - 8.30am to 3.30pm - Monday to Friday - Required ASAP - Fixed term contract

“Pupils are proud to belong to this school. They are happy, respectful and very well cared for.”

“Pupils benefit from the strong, nurturing relationships they build with staff.” (Ofsted, January 2025)

The Ridgeway is a nurturing and friendly school situated within a diverse community in South Reading, with enthusiastic, happy pupils who enjoy learning and a committed and highly motivated team.

We are looking for a self-motivated and patient Teaching Assistant to join our dynamic team in upper Key Stage 2.

In order to support this position and to secure excellent outcomes for our pupils, we canoffer ongoing training and professional development.

We are looking for professionals who:

• demonstrate a nurturing and inclusive approach to all children and their families;
• can positively engage and support children with their learning;
• have high expectations for children’s learning and behaviour, and can apply these consistently;
• can build positive relationships with children, colleagues, professionals and parents.

Closing date: Applications will be considered upon receipt

Interview date: To be confirmed

This post is subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance.

The Ridgeway Primary School is committed to inclusion and equity. We welcome talented applicants from under-represented groups