Birch Hill Primary School is seeking a committed and compassionate Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact on pupils with a range of additional needs within our specialist provision.

You will work under the direction of the class teacher and SENCo to provide high-quality learning, social and emotional support. This includes supporting individual and small-group programmes, contributing to personalised learning plans, and ensuring pupils feel safe, included and able to thrive.

Key Responsibilities

The role will involve:
• Providing care, support and supervision for pupils with a range of additional needs, including intimate care and administering medication as required.
• Supporting learning activities, helping pupils engage positively and purposefully with their programmes of work.
• Promoting inclusion, acting as a positive role model and responding to individual needs.
• Preparing, maintaining and organising resources, materials and displays.
• Supporting behaviour management, recognising positive behaviours and logging/reporting concerns as required.
• Supervising pupils during lessons, breaks and lunchtimes, including wet-play and outdoor activities.
• Working collaboratively with teachers, the SENCo and parents/carers to share information, monitor progress and identify next steps.
• Keeping accurate pupil records and contributing to feedback on learning objectives.
• Providing general administrative support as required.
• Maintaining high standards of safeguarding, wellbeing, confidentiality and data protection in line with Trust policy.

The ideal candidate

We are looking for someone who has:
• Experience supporting children with SEND, ideally including ASD, MLD or speech, language and communication needs.
• A caring, patient and resilient approach, with the ability to respond calmly and adaptively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with pupils, colleagues and families.
• A good understanding of child development and effective learning strategies.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to use initiative.
• A commitment to safeguarding, equality, inclusion and the wellbeing of all pupils.
• NVQ Level 2 / CACHE Level 2 or equivalent, and English/Maths to Level 2 (or willingness to work towards this).

Why join Maiden Erlegh Trust?

Birch Hill Primary School is part of Maiden Erlegh Trust, a supportive, ambitious organisation committed to developing its staff and providing high-quality education across the community. As part of the Trust, colleagues benefit from:
• A dedicated and supportive staff team.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.
• A forward-thinking Trust with strong values and a commitment to inclusion.
• Access to employee wellbeing initiatives and support.

How to apply

Applications should be submitted via MyNewTerm. Early applications are encouraged as we may close the advert early if suitable candidates are identified.

Safeguarding

Maiden Erlegh Trust is committed to safeguarding, equality and promoting the welfare of children and staff. All employees are expected to share these commitments. All posts require satisfactory employment checks and references and an enhanced DBS check. Leadership roles additionally require a Section 128 check.

About Maiden Erlegh Trust

Maiden Erlegh Trust is a growing community of schools across Berkshire and Oxfordshire, working together to deliver the best possible education for every child and young person. With around 750 staff and 4,500 students across nine schools, including primary, secondary, special, and alternative provision, we are proud of the diversity that shapes our expertise.

We Aim High, Be Inclusive, and Work Together. These values drive our focus on high-quality education for all, through collaboration, inclusion, and continuous improvement.

Through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, colleagues access high-quality professional learning at every stage of their career, supported by mentoring, leadership opportunities, and our annual MET Staff Conference, a day that unites our whole team in sharing best practice and learning.

Joining our Trust means being part of a community that invests in people and values expertise - it is about playing a direct role in shaping the lives and outcomes of young people.

You can learn more about working with us and hear from colleagues across our Trust here on our website.

About Birch Hill Primary School

We are a two-form entry community school serving the Birch Hill and Hanworth districts of Bracknell Forest. In addition to the main school, we offer a nursery and a Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) catering for children with ASD and MLD. We can accommodate 420 children, plus 26 spaces in our nursery, which offers flexible 30 hours a week. The school is organised into two Key Stages - EYFS/ KS1 and KS2.

Our motto is: Learn, Believe, Achieve Together. We set high standards of work and achieve this through providing a curriculum that also develops children's belief that they can achieve their highest aspiration, while working closely with parents and the whole community. With that in mind we greatly value our partnership with parents. We believe that working together is the best way to ensure our children develop a solid foundation and a love for learning.

We have 4 Golden Rules - Be Safe, Be Respectful, Be Ready to Learn and Be Honest. Each class has their own school Golden Rules Charter to encourage and develop the children’s sense of respect and responsibility.

Our school, set in spacious grounds, offers a calm and purposeful working atmosphere. Our staff are dedicated to do the very best for all our pupils, regardless of any additional needs or various backgrounds. If you feel you could join our inspiring workforce, then please apply.

Benefit

Further information about working at Maiden Erlegh Trust can be found on our website here. Staff wellbeing and professional development are central to how we work, and colleagues across our Trust benefit from a range of opportunities and schemes designed to recognise their contribution and support their growth.

·            • Pension Scheme

Generous employer contributions with auto-enrolment into either the Teachers’ Pension Scheme or Local Government Pension Scheme, both Career Average Revalued Earnings schemes.

• Annual Leave
A generous holiday entitlement that increases with length of service.

• ME Day
One day of additional leave each year to attend a significant personal event (e.g. child’s sports day, graduation, family celebration).

• Professional Development
A comprehensive programme of professional learning through the Maiden Erlegh Institute, including opportunities to attend and deliver CPD.
Annual all-staff Conference featuring workshops, networking and learning.
Access to development opportunities via the Apprenticeship Levy and participation in professional networks.

• Hybrid Working
For eligible roles, a balanced blend of remote and on-site working arrangements.

• Perkbox
Access to a wide range of discounts and wellbeing resources, plus 25 Perk Points each month to exchange for goods and services.

• Wellbeing and Health
Free flu vaccinations for all staff and free eye tests for eligible colleagues.

• Employee Assistance Programme
Access to 24/7 support, discount vouchers and additional wellbeing services.

• Mental Health First Aid Support
Access to trained Mental Health First Aiders across the Trust.

• Recognition and Community
Regular celebration of achievements, milestones and contributions across our schools, reinforcing a strong sense of belonging within the #TeamMET community.

• Employee Referral Scheme
Financial incentives for referring successful candidates to the Trust.

Working for our Trust means contributing to something larger by supporting the education and life chances of children and young people every day.

Additional Information

If you believe this is an environment where you can thrive, develop and make a meaningful contribution to the future of our Trust and its schools, please contact recruitment@maidenerleghtrust.org for an informal discussion.

Applicants are encouraged to apply early as we reserve the right to close the advert and interview at any time.

Maiden Erlegh Trust is an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. The successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.