Teaching & Learning Assistant (MFL)

Overview

We require an enthusiastic, forward thinking and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join our friendly team of LSAs. The ability to support Modern Foreign Languages (MFL) department is preferred. We are looking for LSAs with flexibility, a keen interest or qualification in learning support and the desire to contribute to our school’s community. As a Teaching School we can offer the successful candidate excellent support and professional development.

The Willink is a successful and oversubscribed school with a strong international ethos, listed in the top ten non-selective schools in Berkshire in 2019. The school has 1250 students on roll including 220 in the Sixth Form, and is situated in a pleasant semi-rural setting south west of Reading.

Salary & Hours

• Full-time – 26 hours per week (part-time maybe considered), term time only, plus 5 training days
• Band C3-C5 £24,027 - £24,790 Full time equivalent (pro rata £14,247.14 - £14,699.58)
• Required September 2025

Location

The Willink School
School Lane
Burghfield, Reading
Berkshire
RG7 3XJ

Supporting documents

Job Description & Person Specification

Watch this video to hear from our headteacher and colleagues as they share why The Willink is such a great place to work:

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Deadline and how to apply

For further information please visit the school website or contact Mrs Kim Paonessa, HR Administrator, kpaonessa@willink.w-berks.sch.uk, Tel 0118 983 2030. For an informal conversation contact Mrs Jo Harbidge, jharbidge@willink.w-berks.sch.uk.

The closing date for applications is Friday, 13 June 2025 and applications will be reviewed on receipt. Early application is advised as we hold the right to close the application process early if a suitable applicant applies and is appointed. 

Please complete this application form and send to: hr@willink.w-berks.sch.uk.

Application Form

Safeguarding and Welfare

The Willink is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicants will be required to apply for an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS). Further information can be found at www.homeoffice.gov.uk.

Job reference: 117