Intervention and Inclusion Para-Educator

Waingels is a values-driven, inclusive school where everyone belongs, thrives and succeeds, underpinned by our culture of Kindness, Respect, Responsibility and Pride. Waingels is an inclusive community where students feel safe, valued and supported, and where diversity and difference are celebrated.

Waingels is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Intervention & Inclusion Para‑Educator to join our Inclusion & Intervention Team. This is a vital role supporting students with personalised learning needs and ensuring they have every opportunity to thrive, both academically and socially.

About the role

Working under the direction of the SENCO and teaching staff, you will play a key part in delivering high‑quality support, maintaining a positive learning environment and helping to uphold the school’s high expectations of behaviour, engagement and progress. You will also provide short‑term classroom cover when required to support the smooth running of the school.

In this varied and rewarding position, you will be required to:

• Support students through one‑to‑one and small‑group intervention work
• Assist teachers in preparing, delivering and monitoring personalised learning activities and materials
• Contribute to behaviour support, emotional wellbeing and positive student engagement in line with our school policies
• Provide short‑term teacher cover and supervise work as directed
• Assist with classroom organisation, resources, record‑keeping and day‑to‑day administrative tasks
• Support students during social times, ensuring a safe, inclusive and welcoming environment
• Work collaboratively with staff, parents and professionals involved in the student’s learning journey

About You

We are looking for someone who is motivated, adaptable and passionate about supporting young people. You will have:

Essential:

• 5 GCSEs including English & Maths (grade C/4 or above)
• A Level 3 qualification (or equivalent) in a relevant subject
• Experience working with children or young people
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Excellent organisational skills, with the ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• A flexible, constructive and positive approach to supporting students with a range of needs
• A high level of professionalism, confidentiality and safeguarding awareness

Desirable:

• Experience working in a secondary school
• Experience working with SEND students
• Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office tools

How to Apply

Our staff and students are proud of our school and we would be happy to welcome you if you would like to come and have a closer look round before applying. Additionally, please feel free to contact us for an informal conversation with a hiring manager.  

Contact: Mollie Williams (HR Administrator) 

Phone number: 0118 969 0336 

Email: HRandrecruitment@waingels.wokingham.sch.uk.  

All of our vacancies are advertised on My New Term and we can only accept applications that are submitted via this platform.

We will review applications as they are submitted, so you are encouraged to apply as soon as possible.

The school is committed to safeguarding, equal opportunities and to promoting the welfare of all staff and students.