Casual Teaching Assistant

We are looking for a Casual Teaching Assistant. This is an exciting opportunity to join John Madejski Academy and become an integral member of the support team.

The School is on a rapid trajectory of improvement that will be sustained over many years, it is a chance to be part of something very special. It will support career development and equip you for further development opportunities within the School and within our Trust. We are based in Reading in Berkshire, a culturally rich and bustling area of the country providing good access to Oxford and London. The area we serve is diverse, and therefore our catchment and students offer a range of expectations and challenges, being able to drive ambitions is key. This school will be one of the best schools in the country in the near future, and this is an incredible opportunity to join us on the start of our improvement journey.

Greenshaw Learning Trust is a highly successful multi academy trust that provides excellent quality, comprehensive and inclusive education through primary schools and secondary schools. Our schools are based in London, Surrey, Berkshire, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, Bristol and Plymouth. We also have three shared service hubs where our central teams can be based out of. We are building a family of like-minded schools, that collaborate to provide mutual support, share their good practice and learn from each other, whilst retaining and developing their own distinctive character. We thrive from collaboration at every level. We encourage a culture of sharing ideas and learning from one another. As a Trust of schools, we are ‘Always Learning’. 

To get a feel of life at Greenshaw Learning Trust, please download our ‘Why you should work for GLT’ recruitment brochure on our jobs portal.

Main responsibilities:

• To assess, manage and deliver pastoral and learning support
• To work alongside teachers in the classroom to deliver learning to support the academic achievement of all pupils
• To provide feedback to pupils, the SENDCo and the class teachers
• To support the students to understand instructions and develop independent learning skills
• To assist with break and lunch time supervision as required
• To support the SENDCo in the identification of the needs of students on the SEN register

You will need:

• At least five GCSE’s or equivalent which must include at least a Grade C/Grade 4 in Maths and English. 
• Record of Continuing Professional Development.
• Experience of working with young people.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and an ability to use these to have a positive input on student learning in the classroom and in small groups/one to one.
• Ability to build good relationships with students and to support good behaviour in and beyond the classroom.
• Ability to prioritise workloads and have excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Work in an organised way with meticulous attention to detail.
• Resilient, with the ability to deliver a complex and demanding workload.
• Effective communication and presentation skills – orally and in writing. 
• Ability to establish positive relationships and work collaboratively as part of a team. 

What’s in it for you:

• Professional development and career progression
• Generous pension scheme
• Blue Light Card
• Eligibility for Teacher Art Pass (teaching staff only)
• An Employee Assistance Programme
• Gym Discounts
• Free eye tests
• Cycle to work scheme
• Green car scheme
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation

Please download the recruitment pack for further information.

Closing date for receipt of applications is 28th April 2025. We reserve the right to appoint before the closing date.

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. 

Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.