At The Wren, we challenge ourselves to become better day by day; driving our school community forward so that we can offer our students an exceptional education. We share an ambitious and inspirational vision that;

‘Each child, regardless of background, will receive a world-class education and be nurtured, challenged and inspired to aim high.’

We believe that every young person must receive an exceptional education; one that nurtures a love of learning and empowers students to achieve their best, one that challenges, inspires and develops them as individuals and one that ensures all students have the tools to be fully equipped for their future.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our inclusion team, as a Higher Level Teaching Assistant based in our Resource Base.  All students in our Resource Base have an EHCP, with their primary need being Moderate Learning Difficulty (MLD). The successful candidate will work closely and collaboratively with the inclusion team, to help embed the vision and values of The Wren as we strive to offer an exceptional education to all.

The successful candidate will be forward thinking, able to work independently as well as part of a team and be willing to invest time in building relationships with our students. You will be a key individual in helping students regulate their emotions, build self-esteem, and re-engage with their learning.

To work 37 hours per week (8-4pm), term time only, plus 5 Inset Days (there may be some flexibility with the hours).  The starting salary is £29,064 pa FTE with pay progression linked to local government SCP salary scale 13-15 (actual pro-rata’d salary £24,998pa).  The Wren is a member of the Royal Berkshire Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), Employer Contributions are set at 22.6%.

If our vision, values and ethos match your own philosophy, then we hope you will take the next step and apply through My New Term.  

Do not delay in applying early as suitable candidates may be invited to interview prior to the closing date.

The Wren is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  Click here to read our Safeguarding Policy.  Any appointment is subject to satisfactory completion of all relevant pre-employment checks. The Wren is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff.

We are committed to equality of opportunity, promoting and celebrating the diversity of staff, students and the community we work with. The Wren values everyone’s contribution and ensures all have the opportunity to realise their potential in line with our #BetterNeverStops ethos.  We welcome applications from talented people from all sections of the community who share our values and belief that all students, regardless of background, deserve a world-class education.

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