Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Manor Primary School

Reading Borough Council; Normanton on Trent; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 19,000; Part time

Job summary

Reading Borough Council invites applications for a Part Time Teaching Assistant role at Manor Primary School in Reading. The post is 30 hours per week, term time only, until 31 August 2027.

The successful candidate will support pupils in class under the Class Teacher's guidance, bringing energy, patience and a caring attitude to a diverse, inclusive environment. Applicants should have a good standard of written and spoken English and prior experience with children.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a school setting preferred.
• Good written and spoken English required.
• Calm, caring and supportive attitude.

Responsibilities

• Support children in class with their learning under the direction of the Class Teacher.
• Assist with classroom activities and behaviour management.
• Contribute to safeguarding and welfare of pupils.
• Help prepare materials and resources for lessons.

Skills

Experience with children

English proficiency

Team oriented

Calm and caring

Job description

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Salary £17,554 to £17,878 Per year

Job profile for Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Manor Primary School

Year 2 Teaching Assistant - Manor Primary School

Reading 16/11/2026

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

Job details

Salary £17,554 to £17,878 Per year, Contractual hours 30, Basis Part time, Region Term Time Only / Fixed-Term / Part-Time, Job category/type Early Years Services, Education, Schools, Youth Work, Date posted 03/11/2026, Job reference SCH3588, Attachments Teaching Assistant L1-2 - Job Description.pdf

Job description

Part Time - 30 hours per week - Monday to Friday - Term time only - Fixed until 31st August 2027. We have an exciting opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly school on a fixed term contract. Manor Primary School is a vibrant, friendly, multi-cultural and inclusive school promoting the highest standards for all of our children, offering a broad and balanced curriculum with an aim of making people successful. This position will involve working and supporting children in class with their learning under the direction of the Class Teacher. The ideal person should be calm and caring and able to make a dedicated contribution to sensitively supporting the needs of all children. Previous experience would be an advantage.

We are looking for someone who:

• is passionate about children’s learning and able to inspire children to achieve their potential
• has lots of energy, enthusiasm and patience
• is flexible and can work well within a team
• has experience of working with children
• has a good standard of written and spoken English
• has a sense of humour

In return we can offer:

• delightful, happy, friendly and hardworking children
• a supportive staff team
• a commitment to Continuing Professional Development.

To arrange a visit, request an application pack or for further information please telephone the school on 0118 937 5494.

Manor Primary school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Please do not send a CV. For the purposes of equal opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms.

For further information please telephone the school on 0118 937 5494 or visit our website www.manorprimary.net or email [e-mail]

Closing date Monday 16th November 2026. Shortlisting Wednesday 18th November 2026. Interviews week commencing 23rd November 2026. An Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check will be sought from the successful candidate.