Reading Borough Council
Teaching Assistant - The Ridgeway Primary School
Teaching Assistant - The Ridgeway Primary School at Reading Borough Council, based in Reading, South East, paying £19,017 - £19,367 per annum. This is a contract role.
- Pay
- £19,017 - £19,367 per annum
- Hours and contract
- Contract · On site
- Location
- Reading, South East
- Closing date
- Sector
- Teaching Assistant
- DBS check
- Immediate start
19% below the typical rate for teaching assistant
Reference f9147458479530249b7f34483542427d7f15d57e
About the role
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:
1. demonstrate a nurturing and inclusive approach to all children and their families;
2. can positively engage and support children with their learning;
3. have high expectations for children’s learning and behaviour, and can apply these consistently;
4. can build positive relationships with children, colleagues, professionals and parents.
Please contact Rachel Wiggins, Office Manager, for an application pack, job description and person specification via email: [email removed] or visit https://www.theridgewayprimary.net
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
Reference: f9147458479530249b7f34483542427d7f15d57e · Posted 1 week ago · Closes 22 Nov 2026 · Listed via Reading Borough Council
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