Job Description

Salary

24,404 to 25,584 per annum (18,485 - 19,379
per annum pro-rated)

Contractual hours

32.5

Basis

Full Time

Job type

Support Staff - Educational

Location

Reading

Job category

Teaching Assistant

Date posted

03/07/2025

Job reference

GST-R1317



We are looking for a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, supportive team at John Madejski Academy (soon to be called Hartland High School). We are proud members of the Greenshaw Learning Trust from 1st January 2025, 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 our own distinctive character.

About the role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will provide valuable support to teaching staff and make a significant contribution to the education and well-being of pupils.

About School:

At John Madejski Academy, we have built our ethos on strong core values which underpin everything that we do - Work Hard and Be Kind. Our core values permeate all that we do. In our achievement-oriented culture, teaching and learning is our highest priority. We want our students to be healthy and have a great life. We are deeply committed to opening the hearts and minds of our future-focused young people.

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.

About Greenshaw Learning Trust:

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.

We can offer 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

Sunday 13th July

. The role is due to commence from September 2025. This is a full time, permanent position. Early applications are encouraged as 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.



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