Learning Support Assistant (x 5 days)

• RG2 (SP 3 – 5)
• Salary from £12.85 per hour
• Part-time 28.75 hours per week
• 5 Days per week (8:30 – 15:15)
• Term-time only without INSET Days (x 43.506 weeks of fun learning)

Ready to kick off 2026 with a job that matters?
We’re looking for an energetic, caring superstar to join our amazing team of Learning Support Assistants. If you love helping children learn, grow, and shine, this is the role for you. You’ll work alongside our brilliant Class Teachers, supporting pupils to achieve their very best. Most of your time will be in Early Years and KS1, but you’ll also get to experience the whole Primary setting—variety guaranteed!

What we’re looking for:

• A positive, can-do attitude
• Experience and/or qualifications in working with children
• A passion for making every child feel included and valued

If you tick all the boxes then we would love to meet you!

Why you’ll love it here:

• A supportive, friendly team
• Make a real difference every single day
• A role that’s rewarding and full of purpose

Visits to the school from potential applicants are also warmly welcomed. Call us on 0118 937 5461 to arrange a visit.

Closing date: Monday 5^th January 2026
Interview date: Monday 12^th January 2026

Safeguarding Statement:
Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers share this commitment. An Enhanced DBS check will be required for successful candidates.

Estimated Monthly Take-Home:
£1,100 – £1,200 (after typical deductions for tax, NI, and Local Government Pension)

Please note: This is a rough estimate based on standard assumptions, including current tax thresholds, an average pension contribution rate, and a standard tax code. Actual take-home pay may vary depending on individual circumstances, tax codes, and pension choices. This figure should not be considered a guarantee.

Please return your completed applications to bursar@coleyprimary.reading.sch.uk. FAO Miss Goldring, our School Business Manager.

Please do not send a CV as, for the purposes of Equal Opportunities, we can only accept Reading Borough Council application forms.

This School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

An Enhanced DBS check will be sought from all successful candidates.