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Looking for a rewarding job? Something exciting? Want to make a difference? Join our creative, supportive and dynamic team. We provide an outstanding education for c230 pupils aged 2 to 19, all of whom have learning difficulties (ASD, MLD, SLD, PMLD).

Current Vacancies

Please see below for current vacancies and application forms (CVs are not accepted). We welcome visits from prospective staff - please call us to arrange a visit or with any questions.

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Deputy Head Teacher

Salary: Leadership Scale. Salary commensurate to experience

Job Type: Full Time - Permanent

Start Date: 13 April or 1 September 2026

Apply By: 3 November 2025

Location: Sage Road, Tilehurst, Reading, RG31 6SW 0118 9421382

Brookfields School is part of Ascendancy Partnership Trust, a multi-academy trust with deep community roots across the Berkshire area composed of a family of SEN schools all specialising in supporting pupils with learning difficulties. Brookfields School is an oversubscribed, thriving, vibrant and happy place of learning. We have c230 pupils on roll aged from 3 to 19 who due to their complex needs, require significant specialist support to succeed academically and achieve their full potential.

Our pupils come to Brookfields with diverse needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, and Severe Learning Difficulties. However, despite their individual challenges, we aim to provide outstanding teaching and learning in an environment that enables all pupils to shine and achieve their full potential both academically and through enrichment and life skills development allowing them to lead fulfilling, happy, and as independent a life as possible.

Brookfields School has not been subject to an Ofsted inspection since September 2019, having been in receipt of 4 ‘Outstanding’ judgements in a row. As a new School under the Academies framework, we are due to be inspected within the next 2 years. Gill Barrett, Brookfields School SIP commented in July 2025:

“Under the current inspection framework, I could not see a reason why the continued outstanding status would be lost. The leadership team have a very clear view about their individual areas of responsibility and can articulate about the strengths and weakness of their areas of responsibility and what actions they are taking to address any issues.”

We are seeking to appoint a new Deputy Head to start either Easter or September 2026 who can help us maintain and improve our provision.

Valuing the positives.

Our current Senior Leadership Team are motivated by the idea of facilitating even the smallest of positive changes in the lives of our young people, so we celebrate the little things. We ask our staff team to be curious about our pupils’ behaviour and to support them to develop effective self-regulation. There are inevitably ups and downs, and for some of our pupils, attending school means they have already overcome a huge hurdle. We provide personalised education and learning pathways for all pupils where entitlement, opportunity and challenge are championed. We value and harness everyone’s contribution in our pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our work.

We are seeking someone who:

can work using the principles of Ethical Leadership The Seven Principles of Public Life - GOV.UK, always promoting psychological safety
has in-depth knowledge of SEND, including the latest developments in pedagogy

has the proven ability to challenge, empower and nurture staff and pupils, to ensure that the school remains a beacon of exemplary teaching and learning
has vision and strategic thinking; the ability, creativity, energy and ambition to plan and lead constructive change whilst retaining all that makes Brookfields outstanding
is an effective communicator, with strengths in engaging with, inspiring and motivating pupils, staff, parents/carers, governors, our neighbouring schools and the wider community
can translate ideas into realistic projects to facilitate even better outcomes for pupils
Is friendly, approachable, has a ‘can-do’ attitude and can challenge with humour while delivering outcomes to an exceptional standard

There is flexibility required within the role but if appointed from Easter, in the first instance you would be responsible for the Primary School provision at Brookfields and working with the Curriculum Leads.

What we offer you:

For your hard work and commitment, we reward you with a highly competitive salary. With us you’ll get to bring learning to life and make a genuine difference to the lives of our pupils – plus you’ll receive:

Training: A full induction and on the job training
Progression and opportunity: If you are interested in future career development, for the right candidate, we offer the opportunity to undertake an NPQH or other professional qualification that will benefit you and the school. We have evidence of promotion at every level within the school
Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance
A generous site in a well-established community location close to the river Thames and the beautiful surrounding countryside
Relocation package at the discretion of the Governors

You’ll be working with children and young people from 3-19 with either MLD, SLD or PMLD as their primary need. Some pupils have additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, VI, HI, PD, MSI, SLCN. Alongside the Headteacher, Deputy Headteacher and SLT you’ll set the vision for the future of the school, ensuring we have the right people and plans in place at the right time, so that our young people leaving us are proud of what they’ve achieved. You will need to be resilient and dedicated and facilitating best outcomes through the positive interactions will be something you will be really proud of and will motivate you to achieve.

It can be a challenging journey but working as part of a committed and passionate team, recognising and celebrating the positive steps we see our pupils take will more than make up for it! As a Deputy Head Teacher at Brookfields School, you’ll get all the support you need to succeed, from the other Deputy Head, from the Senior and Extended Leadership Team, and from a range of supporting specialists. Your colleagues aim to be the best at what they do, the school environment is well-resourced, and we’ll be with you every step of the way, helping you to build a rewarding career in leadership.

Our pupils come from all walks of life, diverse backgrounds and with different needs. Our staff team reflect that diversity and we strive continually to engage, encourage and inspire our pupils to be themselves.

We are looking for someone with the following experience:

previous teaching experience and have UK Qualified Teacher Status
minimum of 2 years leadership and management experience
proven drive to raise the quality of teaching and learning
understanding of what valued behaviours for learning look like from a Therapeutic Thinking Therapeutic Thinking perspective
proven effective leadership and coaching skills
knowledge of how best to use your interpersonal skills to join, maintain and develop a strong staff team

The current Headteacher, Deputy Head and Leadership Team are supported by a staff team of over 170 staff, comprised of dedicated Teachers and Teaching Assistants, knowledgeable and effective administrative staff, an efficient premises team and a committed network of Governors. Professional growth and career development for all are integral to our vision and values. The new Deputy will support an open and inclusive ethos in a school which has a real understanding of the challenges many of our families face. We work closely with our colleagues within the Ascendancy Partnership Trust and believe firmly that we are, indeed, “...stronger and better together...”

Please contact Nikki Roberts, HR Operations Manager on 0118 9421382 if you wish to discuss the role further or arrange a visit to the school.

How to Apply: An application pack, including a job description and person specification, and an application form can be found on here:

Application Form

Job Description

Applications should be sent to recruitment@brookfields.w-berks.sch.uk and the closing date is 09.00am on Monday 3 November 2025. Interviews are planned for 26 and 27 January 2026. Should you have any questions prior to making an application you would be welcome to contact us on the above email address.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Brookfields School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

This role has been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act

2016, and therefore the ability to fulfil all spoken aspects of the role with confidence in English will be required. Conversing at ease with members of the public (including pupils), providing advice and using any specialist terminology appropriate to the role is essential for the post.

Classroom Teachers

We currently have vacancies for Classroom Teachers – Full-Time, Part-Time and Maternity Cover that we are actively looking to fill.

Closing date: 31 October 2025
Interview date: w/c 10 November 2025
Start date: January / April 2026
Salary: MPS and UPS plus SEN Allowance

Hours: Full-Time / Part-Time and Maternity Cover

Location: Tilehurst, Reading RG31 6SW

Classroom Teachers

We are able to offer an exciting opportunity for Classroom Teachers to join our team of dedicated and passionate teaching staff commencing January and April 2026 on a full-time, part-time or fixed-term basis to cover periods of maternity leave.

Our pupils aged from 4 to 19 come to Brookfields with diverse needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties, and Severe Learning Difficulties. We aim to provide creative and outstanding teaching and learning in an environment that enables all pupils to shine and achieve their full potential through enrichment opportunities and life skills development. We support pupils to go on to lead fulfilling, happy, and as independent a life as possible.

Being a class teacher at Brookfields includes working in a flexible, engaging and creative way, leading a team of dedicated support staff and supporting pupils who need successful relationships with attuned adults to enable them to achieve and access our curriculum. You will also need to take responsibility for planning, preparation, assessment, evaluation and reporting pupil progress. You will need to work collaboratively with other school staff and parents and carers to create and maintain strong working relationships and outstanding opportunities for our pupils.

We are fully committed to supporting the development and wellbeing of our staff and aim to provide a fulfilling environment where you can excel in your professional journey.

We can offer:

The opportunity to work in a special school judged ‘outstanding’ with a highly experienced Senior Leadership Team.
An environment committed to staff development and growing leadership.
A school with a coaching and collaborative culture.
The opportunity to personalise the curriculum.
Membership of an inclusive learning community with SEND expertise.
A school where creativity and innovation are encouraged.
Excellent transport links and free onsite parking.

We are looking for teachers:

With a passion for teaching children and young people with learning difficulties.
With experience of working to provide excellent education and opportunities for our young people.
With a commitment to high professional standards.
Who are skilled communicators and team players who are committed to developing themselves and others.
Who show empathy with parents and desire to form excellent working partnerships.
Who have a UK QTS and SEN Teaching experience.
Who have the right to work in the UK.

You will need to be willing to work flexibly and independently, and to participate in physical activities and provide personal care. If you are looking for part-time hours, please apply stating what working pattern you can offer.

Please contact our HR team on 0118 9421382 if you wish to discuss the role further or arrange a visit to the school.

Who we are

Part of the Ascendancy Partnership Trust family of schools, Brookfields School is an oversubscribed, thriving, vibrant and happy place of learning. We have c230 pupils on roll aged from 4 to 19 who, due to their complex needs, require significant specialist support to succeed academically and achieve their full potential.

How to Apply: An application pack, including a job description and person specification, and an application form can be found on our website.

Applications should be sent to recruitment@brookfields.w-berks.sch.uk and the closing date is 09.00am on Monday 20 October. Should you have any questions prior to making an application, you would be welcome to contact us on the above email address.

Please contact Nikki Roberts on 0118 9421382 if you wish to discuss the role further or arrange a visit to the school.

Job Description

Application Form

Teaching Assistants

We currently have vacancies for Teaching Assistants that we are actively looking to fill.

Closing date: Periodically throughout the year
Interview date: By arrangement
Start date: Ongoing
Salary: Actual salary £20,730 including SEN point (£1539 pa pro rata)
Hours: 33.75 hours per week, term time only + INSET days

Job description for Teaching Assistants
Application form for Teaching Assistants

We are looking to recruit enthusiastic, creative and hard-working people to our staff team. Experience within a school environment could be an advantage but is not essential, as high-quality induction and ongoing training will be provided.

You will:

want to work with children
have a commitment to excellence
be flexible, reliable and positive
be a good communicator
be an outstanding team player
be someone who can make a real difference

Specialist Literacy Assistant

Closing date: 1 October 2025
Interview date: tbc
Start date: ASAP 2025
Salary: Band F FTE - £28,142 – £32,061 plus £1539 SEN Allowance Hours: Part Time - 20 hours per week. Term Time Only

Brookfields Specialist Education School requires a creative and hard-working person to join us as a Specialist Literacy Assistant. Reporting to the Lead for Communication and Literacy, this role will be to support pupils with specific difficulties in reading, writing and comprehension by delivery specific programmes and interventions to help our pupils overcome barriers to learning and to promote effective strategies to assist with reading and writing skills. Working alongside class teachers and teaching assistants to support the delivery of general and tailored interventions and provide training to staff to continue the delivery these programmes.

You will bring to this role experience of working with children in a similar role. Experience of working with SEN pupils is advantageous but not essential as full ongoing training will be provided. The willingness to work in a SEN environment where you can demonstrate your excellent support skills, motivation, resilience and desire to make a difference is equally as important.

You will also be required to assist the Lead in assessing and evaluating pupil progress and maintaining pupil records – so experience in this area would be advantageous.

You will need to be willing to work both indoors and out throughout the year, participate in physical activities and provide personal care.

Core Hours are: Monday 08.30 – 16.30 and 08.30 – 15.30 Tuesday to Friday plus INSET days. Part Time Hours – 20 hours per week

How to Apply:

Job Description

Application form

Applications should be sent to recruitment@brookfields.w-berks.sch.uk and the closing date is 09.00am on 1 October 2025. Should you have any questions prior to making an application, you would be welcome to contact us on the above email address.

WHAT WE OFFER

We offer

Training: A full induction and on the job training with a commitment to supporting and coaching you towards excellent practice
Wellbeing: a host of wellbeing tools and advice including employee assistance with a supportive whole staff team and governing body
A generous site in a well-established community location close to the River Thames and the beautiful surrounding countryside.
Excellent Transport Links we are on the main Number 16 Bus Route from Reading town centre and a short walk from Tilehurst Station.
An exciting and challenging role
A fantastic pupil population with supportive parents and families
A highly professional staff team
On-site parking
A generous Local Government Pension Scheme

Please submit your completed application form to recruitment@brookfields.w-berks.sch.uk.

If you think you have the skills and experience, we invite you to submit an application. Please bear in mind that your application should explain fully your suitability for the role as detailed in the job description. It should also be tailored to meet the Person Specification in terms of your knowledge, experience, skills, qualities and qualifications.

“Brookfields is a remarkably friendly and welcoming school. Staff are highly skilled. They know pupils exceptionally well. Staff understand pupils’ needs precisely. Pupils told us that they really like their school and described it as ‘the best’. They feel happy and safe here because they know that adults care about them” (Ofsted 2019).

Part of the Ascendancy Partnership Trust family of schools, Brookfields School is an oversubscribed, thriving, vibrant and happy place of learning. We have c230 pupils on roll aged from 4 to 19 who have the primary need of a learning difficulty (MLD, SLD, PMLD). Some pupils have additional needs such as ASD, ADHD, VI, HI, PD, MSI, SLCN. We provide a personalised education and learning journey for all pupils where entitlement, opportunity and challenge are championed. We value and harness everyone’s contribution in our pursuit of excellence in all aspects of our work.

Brookfields School offers a tailored and individual education that meets every child’s needs. The current Headteacher and Senior Leadership Team are supported by dedicated staff that include a highly effective extended leadership team, teachers and assistants, knowledgeable administrative staff, an efficient premises team and a committed network of governors. Professional growth and career development for all are integral to our vision and values. Diversity is a real strength and all staff support an open and inclusive ethos in a school which has a real understanding of the challenges many of our families face.

As part of any recruitment process, Brookfields School collects and processes personal data relating to job applicants. The school is committed to being transparent about how it collects and uses that data and to meeting its data protection obligations.

All roles advertised have been identified as public facing in accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016, and therefore the ability to converse at ease with pupils/members of the public and provide advice/instruction in accurate spoken English is essential for the post.

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 are committed to securing equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider.

All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks.

We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider.

If you have a disability or disadvantage and would like extra support through the recruitment process, please contact us, and we will try to put you in touch with an external agency or organisation that could help.

Please refer to our Privacy Notices section to download our privacy notice for job applicants.

OPPORTUNITIES ACROSS THE ASCENDANCY PARTNERSHIP TRUST

Lead Speech and Language Therapist

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Lead Speech and Language Therapist £47,810 to £55,690 (band 7- 8a) per annum FTE depending on experience (e.g. for 37 hours a week, term time only £41,627 to £48,488 pro rata)

Part-time positions considered with flexible number of days – please call us to discuss ideally January 2026 start.

Are you ready to be part of something new and impactful?

We have an exciting opportunity in our new Therapies Hub.

This is a rare opportunity to use your expertise to make a real difference in a SEND Trust, to be part of a growing service from inception whilst enhancing your own professional development.

At Ascendancy Partnership Trust, our mission is to provide the best possible education and therapeutic support for children and young people with additional complex needs both in special and mainstream schools.

As a newly developing therapies hub, we aim to provide high-quality, student-centred therapeutic services that are seamlessly integrated into everyday school life and curriculum.

As our Lead Speech and Language Therapist, you will work alongside senior leaders and teachers with expertise in learning difficulties, autism and SEMH to create an optimum learning environment in a specialist education Trust. You will use your skills to lead and implement the development of the SLT service across the Trust.

Reporting to the Head of the Therapy Hub, you will operationally plan and deliver the Speech and Language Therapy service, providing support to our teaching staff as well as lead on providing clinical supervision for assistants and therapists across the trust as our team expands.

Along with your degree level professional qualification and HCPC registration, you will use your leadership experience to work collaboratively to help deliver integrated therapeutic support in Trust schools as part of an outstanding joined-up service.

This is not just another SLT job; it’s your chance to shape the future: New Hub. New Role. Big Impact!

What we offer

• Local authority pension and life assurance scheme

• Term time only working – 13 weeks holiday per year

• A range of flexible benefits • Blue Light Card

• Free onsite parking

• On-site café

• Family-friendly policies

• Clinical supervision

• Wellbeing support

• Opportunity to work with a team of other therapists working across our schools

• Continuous professional development and learning opportunities

Closing Date: Midday, Thursday 23 October 2025 with interviews planned for Monday 3 November 2025. Rolling applications will be accepted until we successfully recruit for the role.

How to Apply: Please visit https://www.ascendancypartnershiptrust.co.uk/about-us/vacancies

Job Description

Application Form

Please be aware that our Trust website is under development.

Please email your completed application form to: careers@aptmat.co.uk by the closing date.

For an informal chat about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact Miriam Gulliford, Head of Therapy Hub, Tel: 01628 562233 Email: careers@aptmat.co.uk

We are looking to fill multiple qualified Therapist posts. If this one isn’t right for you, but you are interested in joining our new service, please give Miriam a call to discuss.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

The Ascendancy Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.

Lead Occupational Therapist

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Lead Occupational Therapist £47,810 to £55,690 (band 7- 8a) per annum FTE depending on experience (e.g. for 37 hours a week, term time only £41,627 to £48,488 pro rata)

Part-time positions considered with flexible number of days – please call us to discuss

Ideally January 2026 start.

Are you ready to be part of something new and impactful?

We have an exciting opportunity in our new Therapies Hub.

This is a rare opportunity to use your expertise to make a real difference in a SEND Trust, to be part of a growing service from inception whilst enhancing your own professional development.

As a newly developing therapies hub, we aim to provide high-quality, student-centred therapeutic services that are seamlessly integrated into everyday school life and curriculum.

As our Lead Occupational Therapist, you will work alongside senior leaders and teachers with expertise in learning difficulties, autism and SEMH to create an optimum learning environment in a specialist education Trust. You will use your skills to lead and implement the development of the SLT service across the Trust.

This is not just another OT job; it’s your chance to shape the future: New Hub. New Role. Big Impact!

What we offer

• Local authority pension and life assurance scheme

• Term time only working – 13 weeks holiday per year

• A range of flexible benefits • Blue Light Card

• Free onsite parking

• On-site café

• Family-friendly policies

• Clinical supervision

• Wellbeing support

• Opportunity to work with a team of other therapists working across our schools

• Continuous professional development and learning opportunities

Closing Date: Midday, Thursday 23 October 2025 with interviews planned for Monday 3 November 2025. Rolling applications will be accepted until we successfully recruit for the role.

How to Apply: Please visit https://www.ascendancypartnershiptrust.co.uk/about-us/vacancies

Job Description

Application Form

Please be aware that our Trust website is under development.

Please email your completed application form to: careers@aptmat.co.uk by the closing date.

For an informal chat about the role or to arrange a visit, please contact Miriam Gulliford, Head of Therapy Hub, Tel: 01628 562233 Email: careers@aptmat.co.uk

We are looking to fill multiple qualified Therapist posts. If this one isn’t right for you, but you are interested in joining our new service, please give Miriam a call to discuss.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Supply Maintenance Officer

Supply Maintenance Officer - Link to Advert

Ascendancy Partnership Trust is a multi-academy trust with deep community roots across the Berkshire area, composed of a family of SEN schools all specialising in learning difficulties.

Supply Maintenance Officers Flexible hours as and when required

£15.72 per hour inclusive.

Working as a supply Maintenance Officer in any of our schools you may be called upon on an “as and when required” basis to cover staff shortages or to provide additional help.

You will need the ability to undertake maintenance activities including, repairs, painting tasks, basic plumbing and carpentry. You will need to be confident in dealing with car park traffic and drivers.

You must have a meticulous approach to cleaning and sanitising duties.

What we offer

• Local authority pension and life assurance scheme

• Flexible working patterns

• A range of flexible benefits

• Free onsite parking

• On site café

• Opportunity to work across schools in our friendly maintenance teams

• Continuous professional development and learning opportunities

How to Apply: Please visit https://www.ascendancypartnershiptrust.co.uk/about-us/vacancies

Please be aware that our Trust website is under development. Please email your completed application form to: careers@aptmat.co.uk

We welcome applications from all sections of the community. The Ascendancy Partnership Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening and safer recruitment checks appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the DBS. This position is exempt from the provisions of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK. Elizabeth Hawkes Way, Maidenhead, Berkshire SL6 3EQ Tel: 01628 562233 Email: careers@aptmat.co.uk careers@manorgreenscho ol.co.uk Stronger and Better Together