Due to expansion, we are looking for full & part time Learning Support Assistants to join us and we have the following vacancies: 5 days per week - 31.25 hours per week. Monday to Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm – £18,482 Per year 4 days per week – 25 hours per week. Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm - £14,785 Per year 3 days per week – 18.75 hours per week. Monday to Wednesday or Wednesday to Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm - £11,089 Per year 2 days per week – 12.5 hours per week. Monday & Tuesday or Thursday & Friday - 8.30am to 3.15pm - £7,392 Per year All roles will be Permanent, and you will work Term Time Only Inset Days. Unfortunately, there is no flexibility with the start and finish times. About the Avenue School: The Avenue School is a vibrant and friendly SEN school which supports more than 250 pupils, aged between 3-19, with a range of severe or profound learning difficulties, some physical disabilities and autism. We have small well-resourced classes and a real passion for supporting young people to have active and healthy lives through an exciting education both in and out of the classroom. About you: Are you a naturally caring person who wants the best for children? If yes, come and make a difference to the lives of pupils with Special Educational Needs. About the role: Learning Support Assistants work as part of a team providing care and learning experiences for our pupils encouraging them to develop to the best of their potential. You will be class based and will help pupils with their learning, go out in the community and manage behaviour. We are looking for people who are patient, caring, supportive, flexible, have a good sense of humour, enjoy using their initiative and working as part of a team. What we’re looking for: • Previous experience of working with SEN children is preferred but is not essential as full training will be given. • Adaptability, resilience and being able to think on your feet are essential in this varied role • An ability to communicate effectively with a wide range of people • A good command of English and Mathematics are essential • Good ICT skills • You should be patient and calm, with a consistent and positive approach to managing student behaviour, and understand how students learn • Successful candidates need to be physically fit. To apply, please visit the vacancy page of our website - https://www.avenue.reading.sch.uk/ - and fill in the forms that you’ll find in the Support Assistant recruitment section. Please state what role you are interested in and what days you are able to work. All completed forms must be returned to recruitment@avenue.reading.sch.uk by the closing date which is Sunday 1st June 2025. For more information, please call Vanessa Carrick on 0118 214 5257. Successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks including online searches. We reserve the right to interview before the closing date.