SEND Learning Support Assistant (One-to-One) - Coley Primary School


Company:	Reading Borough Council
Salary:	£16,823 to £17,133 a year
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Reading, RG1 6AZ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Temporary
Posting date:	21 Oct 2026
Closing date:	1 Nov 2026

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Summary

28.75 hours per week, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 3:15pm - Term time only (excluding INSET days) - Contract: Fixed Term until 31 August 2027

At Coley Primary School, we believe every child deserves to feel safe, valued and supported to reach their full potential. We are looking for a caring and committed SEND Learning Support Assistant to provide one-to-one support for a pupil with additional needs.

This rewarding role involves supporting a child throughout the school day; helping them access learning, develop confidence, build positive relationships and feel a genuine sense of belonging within our school community.

Working closely with the Class Teacher and SENCO, you will use our relational and therapeutic approach to support the child's emotional wellbeing, learning and personal development.

We are looking for someone who:

- Is warm, patient, calm and nurturing

- Has experience working with children or young people, ideally with SEND

- Can build positive and trusting relationships

- Supports inclusion and believes every child can succeed

- Works well as part of a team

- Is resilient, reflective and willing to learn

- Shares our commitment to helping children feel safe, understood and successful

Living Our Coley Values

At Coley Primary School, our values shape everything we do:

Belonging - helping every child feel included and valued

Respect - treating every child with dignity and understanding

Honesty - communicating openly and building trust

Curiosity - noticing and responding thoughtfully to children's needs

Courage - providing steady support through challenges

Pride - celebrating growth and achievement every day

Why Join Coley?

Join a supportive and friendly staff team

- Work in a school that values relationships and emotional wellbeing

- Receive training and development opportunities

- Make a genuine difference to a child's life every day

- Be part of an inclusive school community where every child matters

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