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Teaching Assistants

Permanent Secondary and Primary Teaching Assistants, Thatcham

  • Required ASAP
  • 30 hours per week (5 days) – Thatcham
  • Grade C (3–5) depending on qualifications and experience.
  • Starting Actual salary £17,524 (30 hours)
  • Term time only, 44 paid weeks annually
  • Closing date: Friday 16 October 2026 at noon

Primary and Secondary Pupil Referral Units within West Berkshire
Acceptance, Kindness, Responsibility, Perseverance, Aspiration

Do you want to make a real difference?
Do you want a good work-life balance?
Do you want to build relationships with the young people you support?

We are looking for colleagues who:

  • have experience of SEMH/behaviour challenges with young people in an educational setting;
  • are able to be adaptable in a changing environment;
  • are strong team players;
  • are confident in working in a dynamic, changing environment;

If you are successful, you will:

  • join a strong team
  • receive specific training to meet your needs
  • be supported by experienced SLT, Teachers and TAs

iCollege Alternative Education supports learners aged 5–16 with social, emotional and mental health needs. We have six sites across West Berkshire and work closely with families, schools, and agencies to provide a flexible, well-rounded curriculum tailored to each student’s needs. We offer full-time placements alongside short-term support.

Closing date: Friday 16 October 2026 @ Noon
Shortlisting to take place week commencing Monday 19 October 2026
Interviews to take place Wednesday 4 November 2026
Previous applicants need not apply

 For further information or an application pack please email recruitment@icollege.org.uk

The School is committed to safeguarding children and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.  We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment.  Successful candidates will be subject to Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks, including online searches and overseas police checks as necessary.

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30 September 2026
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iCollege Alternative Education

School Contact
Tel: 01635 48872
Email: recruitment@icollege.org.uk
Web: www.icollege.org.uk
School Address
Richmond House
Bath Road
Newbury
Berkshire
RG14 1QY
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