Learning Support Assistants - Woodley

Job overview Required from September 2026 30 hours per week, term time only plus 2 INSET days Monday - 8.50 - 4.15, Tuesday to Friday 8.50 - 3.25 £17,503 - £17,781 per annum plus £1,052 SEN Allowance per annum Addington school is part of the Ascendancy Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust with deep community roots across the Berkshire area composed of a family of SEN schools all specialising in learning difficulties. Our main school site is located in Woodley, Reading and we also have a smaller Early Years Centre located in Farley Hill. We can offer: The opportunity to work in a special school judged ‘outstanding’ with a highly experienced Senior Leadership Team An environment committed to staff development and growing leadership A school with a coaching and collaborative culture Membership of an inclusive learning community with SEND expertise A school where creativity and innovation is encouraged Local Government Pension Scheme, Free Car Parking, Staff Wellbeing Group, Flu Vaccinations, Access to Private Medical Scheme Addington School offers an environment committed to staff development and a route into teaching for candidates looking for a stepping stone onto the SEND teacher ladder. Providing support to the Class Teacher, the role will involve assisting with the general management of pupils, preparing the classroom and setting out resources, supporting with pupils’ individual needs providing a bespoke environment for the children to learn. You will also support with the management of pupils with behaviour difficulties and implement behaviour management plans when required. We cater for pupils aged 3 - 19 years with special educational needs and disabilities across two sites located in Woodley and Farley Hill. We currently have vacancies available at our main site in Woodley and are interested in hearing from applicants with previous experience of supporting children and young people with special educational needs. Please contact Amanda C