SEND Manager & Teaching Assistant

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Job role Teaching assistant

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Working pattern Full time

Contract type Permanent

Full-time equivalent salary £26,991.00 Annually (Actual) 50% Grade 4 as a Teaching Assistant FTE £26,402. 50% at Grade 7 as a SEND Manager FTE £36,362. TTO plus 5 INSET days

SEND Manager & Teaching Assistant job summary

[Employer hidden] opened in September 2024 with 180 students and seven students in its resource base. From September 2026, student numbers will increase again as the school welcomes its next cohort of Year 7 students. The school is currently oversubscribed, with waiting lists in all year groups, and expects continued high demand for September 2026.

You will join a strong and committed school team, contributing to the delivery of clear routines and the setting of expectations in line with the River Way.

[Employer hidden] has a strong focus on calm, purposeful learning environments. Classrooms are quiet, corridors are calm. Students are expected to demonstrate good manners, strong oracy skills, and high standards of personal and academic presentation. Reflecting this focus on consistency and high expectations, [Employer hidden] is ranked in the highest decile across all DfE attendance measures, and Sparx homework completion rates consistently exceed 98%.

[Employer hidden] is seeking a highly organised and committed SEND Manager and Teaching Assistant to support the effective delivery of SEND provision across the school. This is a blended role combining administrative leadership of SEND processes with direct student support through targeted interventions.

You will play a central role in ensuring SEND provision is well coordinated, compliant with statutory requirements, and responsive to the needs of students. Alongside this, you will work directly with students to support their learning, independence and wellbeing.

[Employer hidden] is a growing school within Maiden Erlegh Trust, designed to provide an exceptional learning environment with modern facilities and a strong focus on inclusion and student success. As the school expands, there is a clear opportunity for this role to develop into a full-time SEND Manager position.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the administration and coordination of SEND provision, ensuring accurate, timely and compliant processes
• Maintain confidential, up-to-date SEND records and systems to support effective provision and safeguarding
• Coordinate statutory processes including annual reviews, referrals and EHCP administration
• Act as a key point of contact for SEND queries, liaising with staff, families and external agencies
• Oversee and track interventions using provision mapping systems, ensuring impact is monitored and recorded
• Deliver targeted interventions for students with SEND, supporting progress, independence and resilience
• Support teaching and learning through small group and 1:1 work, clarifying instructions and promoting engagement
• Assist with examination access arrangements, including acting as a reader, scribe or prompt where required
• Coordinate external agency involvement, including educational psychologists and specialist services
• Support the SENCO and wider team in maintaining high quality, inclusive practice across the school

The Ideal Candidate

Experience or relevant qualifications in SEND, education or administration

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple processes and deadlines

Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with a range of stakeholders

Knowledge of SEND processes, inclusive practice and student support strategies

Ability to maintain accurate, confidential records and manage sensitive information

A collaborative and proactive approach, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

A calm, resilient and caring manner, with a commitment to supporting student wellbeing and inclusion

About the School

[Employer hidden] is a purpose-built secondary school serving the growing need for school places in the Reading area. Located on Richfield Avenue, the site includes specialist teaching facilities across the curriculum, including a hall, activity studio, learning resource centre, drama studio and sports studio. Classrooms are fully equipped with interactive screens and visualisers.

The school has high expectations for all students, with a clear focus on academic excellence and participation. When fully open, [Employer hidden] will serve students of all abilities and backgrounds, alongside an additional resource base for students with moderate learning difficulties.

The school also offers a wide range of extra-curricular opportunities through its after-school Electives programme, available to all students.

To learn more about [Employer hidden], please visit the school website: www.river-academy.co.uk

About Maiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 800 staff and 5,00 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference—a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.

Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise; it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust by clicking here to visit our website.

Benefits

Further information about working at Maiden Erlegh Trust can be found on our website here. Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work, and colleagues across our Trust benefit from a range of opportunities and schemes designed to recognise their contribution and support their growth.

Pension Scheme: Generous employer contributions, with auto-enrolment into either the Teachers Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Earning Schemes.

Annual Leave: We offer a generous holiday entitlement, which increases with length of service.

ME Day: Colleagues may request one additional day’s leave each year to attend a special personal event, such as a child’s sports day or graduation, or a family celebration.

Professional Development: We offer a comprehensive programme of professional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, including opportunities to both attend and deliver CPD. Colleagues also take part in our annual Conference, a full day of workshops, networking and learning for all staff.Colleagues can also access a range of professional development opportunities using Apprenticeship Levy funding, and benefit from professional development networks.

Hybrid Working: For eligible roles, we support a flexible approach to working arrangements, balancing remote and office-based work where appropriate.

Perkbox: Colleagues have access to Perkbox, which offers a wide range of discounts and wellness resources and receive 25 Perk points each month which can be exchanged for goods and services.

Wellbeing and Health: Free flu vaccinations are offered to all staff, and free eye tests are provided to those who are eligible.

Employee Assistance Programme: Incorporating discount vouchers, access to 24/7 support and more.

Mental Health First Aid support.

Recognition and Community: We regularly celebrate staff achievements, milestones and contributions across our schools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging within the #TeamMET community.

Employee Referral Scheme.

Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.

Additional Information

If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution to the future of our Trust and its schools, please contact [contact hidden] for an informal discussion.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):childcare disqualificationDisclosure and Barring Service (DBS)medicalonline and social mediaprohibition from teachingright to worksatisfactory referencessuitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About [Employer hidden]

School type Free School, ages 11 to 18

Education phase Secondary school

School size 186 pupils enrolled

Age range 11 to 18

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School website [Employer hidden] website

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School location

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Free School, ages 11 to 18

7 Richfield Avenue, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 8EQ

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