Staff Training and Vacancies
Vacancies
Full Time Class Teacher
The Governors and Leadership Team of Keep Hatch Primary School are looking for an enthusiastic and committed full time Class Teacher to fill an upcoming vacancy from September 2026 on a fixed term basis for one year initially.
We are looking to appoint somebody who will enjoy being a part of our friendly team and bring fresh and exciting ideas. Keep Hatch is part of the Frays Academy Trust; we work with the other schools in the academy and we are committed, as part of the vision of the Trust, that all children should reach their potential and achieve standards at least in line and, we hope, above national expectations.
We can offer you:
- Well-behaved, enthusiastic and hard-working children
- A warm and friendly staff team
- A caring school community where the child is at the centre of everything we do
- A school where staff are highly valued and a healthy work-life balance is a priority
- A commitment to delivering staff with up to date personalised training
- Excellent support from a strong leadership team
- Bespoke development and support opportunities
We will need you to:
- Be a practitioner with the ability to inspire, motivate and enthuse others
- Promote the school’s ethos and values
- Have high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour
- Instil a growth mind-set in all pupils and inspire them to be lifelong learners
- Be able to work well as a team
If you are an enthusiastic, dedicated teacher and want to be part of a school where you are valued and your hard work recognised, come and visit Keep Hatch for yourself. Our friendly team would be happy to show you around.
To make an appointment to visit the school, please contact Nashwa Soliman on 0118 978 4859 or via email at nsoliman@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk. Please also make any applications to the same email address.
Closing date: Friday 12th June at 12pm; however, all applications will be considered on receipt
Shortlisting date: Friday 12th June
Interviews: Week commencing 15th June
Start date: 1st September 2026
Keep Hatch Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is required.
Deputy Headteacher
We are seeking a dynamic and talented Deputy Headteacher with a commitment to achieving the highest quality of education for each and every child in their care. The successful candidate will have the energy and motivation to work with the Headteacher to continue to drive the school forward in its quest for excellence.
“Pupils blossom at Keep Hatch Primary. They develop a love for learning right from the start in the early years” Ofsted, October 2023.
We are seeking someone who:
- has high expectations of learning, achievement and behaviour for all children
- has a sound knowledge of quality first teaching, including how to tailor learning for pupils with SEND and tilt the curriculum for its PPG cohort
- is a qualified teacher with a proven record of excellent teaching
- is experienced in supporting and developing staff at different stages of their careers
- can demonstrate excellent communication and interpersonal skills with pupils, staff, families and other agencies
- has leadership experience and an understanding of SEND and inclusion
We can offer you:
- A warm and friendly staff team
- Well-behaved, enthusiastic and hard-working children
- A school where staff are highly valued and a healthy work-life balance is a priority
- A commitment to delivering staff with up to date personalised training
- Excellent support from a strong leadership team
- Bespoke development and support opportunities
We will need you to:
- Promote the school and Trust’s ethos and values
- Be able to work well as a team
- Be keen to make a difference and improve standards at school level
To make an appointment to visit the school, please contact Nashwa Soliman on 0118 978 4859 or via email at nsoliman@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk. Please also make any applications to the same email address.
Closing date: Monday 22nd June; however, applications will be considered on receipt
Shortlisting date: Tuesday 23rd June
Interview dates: Thursday 25th/Friday 26th June
Start date: 1st September, 2026
Keep Hatch Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children; robust procedures are in place. An enhanced DBS clearance is required for this post.
Job Description and Person Specification
SEMH Specialist Resource Base Teaching Assistant - September 2026
Are you passionate about supporting children with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs to succeed both emotionally and academically?
Do you believe that strong relationships, consistency and a nurturing approach can change children’s lives?
Keep Hatch Primary School is seeking to appoint a committed and compassionate SEMH Specialist Resource Base Teaching Assistant to join our team from September 2026. This is an exciting opportunity to be part of our brand-new Specialist Resource Provision (SRP) and play a vital role in supporting pupils with SEMH needs within a caring, inclusive school community.
The Role
As an SEMH Specialist Resource Base Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Work closely with the class teacher to support learning for a small group of pupils with SEMH needs within the Specialist Resource Provision.
- Provide emotional, behavioural and academic support, helping pupils to regulate, engage and make progress.
- Support the delivery of a personalised, nurturing curriculum.
- Help create a safe, calm and predictable environment through consistent routines and relational practice.
- Support pupils during learning activities, social times and transitions throughout the school day.
- Contribute to assessment, observation and monitoring of pupils’ progress and wellbeing.
- Work positively with families, staff and external professionals to support pupils effectively.
- Uphold safeguarding procedures and model the school’s values at all time
We are looking for someone who:
- Has experience working with children with SEMH, SEND or additional needs
- Demonstrates a nurturing, patient and calm approach, even in challenging situations.
- Understands the importance of relationships in supporting behaviour and learning.
- Can work effectively as part of a team and follow guidance from teachers and leaders.
- Communicates well with pupils, colleagues and families.
- Is committed to supporting inclusion and helping every child achieve their potential.
Whether you are an experienced SEMH Teaching Assistant or someone with a strong interest in supporting children with additional needs, we would welcome your application.
Safeguarding Commitment
Keep Hatch Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All posts are subject to enhanced DBS checks, right-to-work checks, references and other pre-employment checks in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.
If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to supporting children with SEMH needs, we would love to hear from you. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed – our friendly team would be happy to show you around.
To make an appointment to visit the school, please contact the school office on 0118 978 4859 or via email at admin@keephatch.wokingham.sch.uk.
Please make any applications via Crinkle Recruitment using the following link: https://crinklerecruitment.com/Job/SEMH-Specialist-Resource-Base-Teaching-Assistant-6695
SEMH Specialist Resource Teaching Assistant Job Description
SEMH Specialist Resource Teaching Assistant Person Specification
Application deadline: Tuesday 16th June 12:00 noon
Shortlisting: Wednesday 17th June
Interviews: Week commencing 22nd June
Training
Staff at Keep Hatch are qualified to offer OLEVI training, including the Creative Teacher Programme (CTP) and the Outstanding Teacher Programme (OTP). Please contact us if you would like more information, or to book a course.