Castleview Staff Vacancies
Lead Teaching & Learning Assistant – SEND Unit
Job title: Lead Teaching & Learning Assistant – SEND Unit
Contract type: Full-Time, Permanent
Reports to: SEND Team
Pay Range: SCP 8 – SCP 12 plus Additional Responsibility Payment of £1,000.00.
Working Pattern: 39 weeks per year (Term time + 5 INSET days)
37 hours per week.
Working Hours: Monday – Thursday between 08.00 – 16.00 and Friday between 08.00 –
15.30.
At Castleview, we are looking for exceptional adults who see communication beyond words, possibility beyond barriers and who believe in the potential of every child.
Our specialist Resource Base/SEND Unit is a nurturing, ambitious, and inclusive provision for pupils with autism and complex SEND needs. We are seeking inspirational Lead Teaching & Learning Assistants who share our belief that every child can thrive when relationships, regulation and high expectations sit at the heart of practice.
We are offering the opportunity to lead, inspire, and make a meaningful difference every single day. We are looking for someone who embodies our TRACK values of Teamwork, Resilience, Ambition, Creativity, Kindness and Respect: someone who thrives in partnership with families and professionals, remains calm and solution-focused, thinks creatively to remove barriers, and leads with warmth, dignity, and compassion.
As a Lead TLA, you will play a pivotal role in the organisation and day-to-day running of the classroom, modelling excellent practice and helping ensure consistently high-quality provision for every child. This is a role for someone who is highly organised, proactive, reflective, and ready to take responsibility in supporting both pupils and colleagues to flourish.
To apply, please find the attached full job description and application form. Please return to recruitment@castleviewprimaryschool.co.uk by the following deadline.
Closing date: Monday 8th June 2026 at 10AM
Interview date: Week Commencing Monday 15th June 2026.
If you are passionate about inclusive education and want to be part of a warm, collaborative, and highly supportive team committed to unlocking potential, we would love to hear from you.
Application Form Job Description
Catering Manager
Responsible To: School Business Manager
Pay Scale: Level 5, SCP 13 – 23 DOE
Working Hours: 37 hours - Monday to Thursday - 6:45AM to 2:45PM and Fridays - 6:45AM to 2:15PM
Contract Type: 39 weeks per year, Term-Time, plus 5 INSET days.
We are seeking an experienced and motivated Catering Manager to lead our school catering service. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about delivering high-quality, nutritious meals while managing a busy kitchen environment.
You will be responsible for the day-to-day running of the catering service, including menu planning, food preparation, stock control, and ensuring compliance with food hygiene and health & safety standards. You will also lead and develop a team of catering staff, manage budgets, and help drive a cost-effective and efficient service.
The ideal candidate will have:
- Experience in a catering or kitchen environment, ideally in a supervisory role
- Strong organisational and leadership skills
- Knowledge of food hygiene, allergens, and healthy eating standards
- The ability to manage budgets and maintain high service standards
We offer a supportive school environment, term-time working, and the opportunity to make a real impact on students’ wellbeing.
Please find the full job description and person specification attached, as well as an application form to be returned to recruitment@castleviewprimaryschool.co.uk.
Closing date: Friday 8th May 2026 at 10AM
Job Description and Person Specification Application Form
Castleview Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any job offer will be subject to a satisfactory DBS check and employment references.
SEND Teacher (SEND Unit - Full Time and Resource Base 0.5)
Salary: MPS/UPS (dependent on experience) + potential SEN allowance
Contract Type: Full-time/Part-time, Permanent
Start Date: As soon as possible
Closing Date for Applications: We reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications
We are looking to appoint experienced, knowledgeable and dedicated SEND Teachers to drive standards in our SEND Unit and Resource Base. This is an exciting opportunity to work with a wonderful staff body and children who require highly specialist and individualised provision.
How to Apply
To organise a visit or to request an application pack please contact Mrs A. Chaggar - Human Resources Officer on recruitment@castleviewprimaryschool.co.uk or 01753 810615.
Castleview School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and satisfactory references.
Teaching & Learning Assistant - SEND Unit
Contract type: Permanent, full-time
Working hours: 32.5 hours per week. Monday to Friday from 8:30am – 3:30pm.
Term-time only, plus 5 INSET days.
Salary range: Level 3, Point 5-7 (Actual pro-rata salary £19,478.00 – £20,076.00 per annum).
Castleview is a popular and exciting primary school situated in Langley, Berkshire.
We are seeking to appoint a highly motivated and enthusiastic Teaching & Learning Assistant to join our happy and forward-thinking successful school.
The main responsibilities of the role are:
- To support pupil’s effective, independent learning.
- To support pupils with wellbeing and emotional and social development.
- To provide extra support for pupils with special educational needs or disabilities. Including intimate care needs when required.
- To support the teacher in the classroom and in preparation for lessons.
For a full job description and application form please email Amrit Chaggar – HR Officer on recruitment@castleviewprimaryschool.co.uk.
Closing date: Friday 8th May 2026
