Learning Support Assistant - Temp-to-Perm Role (Farley Hill)

Learning Support Assistant – Temp-to-Perm Role (Farley Hill)

Location: Farley Hill, Wokingham
Contract: Temp-to-Perm (permanent after 4 weeks)
Start Date: September 2025
Interviews: Taking place throughout August 2025

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Addington School is looking for a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join our team at the Early Years Centre in Farley Hill. This position begins on a 4-week temporary basis, with the clear intention to become permanent.

You’ll be working closely with teachers and therapists to support pupils with a wide range of complex needs, including communication challenges, physical disabilities, and behavioural difficulties. It’s a challenging but deeply rewarding role.

Working Hours:

During initial 4-week temp period:

• Monday to Friday: 8:30am – 3:30pm

Once permanent (after 4 weeks):

• Monday: 8:50am – 4:15pm

• Tuesday to Friday: 8:50am – 3:25pm

• Wednesdays during probation: 8:50am – 4:30pm to attend mandatory after-school training

We’re Looking for Someone Who:

• Is actively seeking a long-term, permanent role

• Has a calm, resilient, and caring approach

• Can support pupils with personal care and emotional regulation

• Is a great communicator and team player

• Is committed to safeguarding and inclusion

Why Join Addington School?

• Supportive and experienced team

• Structured induction and training, including Team Teach and manual handling

• Opportunities for ongoing professional development

• A genuine chance to make a difference every single day

Apply now to secure your interview slot in August. To apply, please send your CV and a short statement of interest. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS clearance and satisfactory references.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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