ICT TECHNICIAN

Grade NJC Scale Points 7 – 11 £26,403 – £28,142 plus £1539 SEN Allowance

Full Time 37 hours per week – 08.00 – 16.00 / 15.30 on Friday – All Year

Start Date - ASAP

Brookfields School is a vibrant, caring, and forward‑thinking special school committed to providing exceptional education and support for our pupils. We are seeking a highly organised and proactive ICT Technician to join our team and help deliver an excellent first line technical support across the school.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone with previous technical support experience. looking, to develop their IT career in a supportive and fast‑paced environment. You will work closely with our IT Manager to provide comprehensive operational and technical ICT support through proactive maintenance and timely incident response.  You will be the first point of contact to ensure that the school’s IT systems are fully functional and provide response to troubleshooting staff and students questions and problems.

About the Role

• Provide high‑quality first‑line technical support to staff and students via phone, email and in person, resolving issues in line with service targets.
• Manage service desk tickets by recording, prioritising and updating requests, maintaining clear communication and contributing to continuous improvement.
• Configure, install, test and support end‑user devices (desktops, laptops, tablets), peripherals (printers, AV equipment) and classroom technologies, including building and deploying device images.
• Administer users, devices and groups in Microsoft 365, Entra ID, Active Directory and other school systems in line with joiner‑mover‑leaver processes.
• Maintain accurate asset and licence records, ensuring all hardware and software is inventoried and audited annually.
• Monitor backups and recovery processes, escalating issues and assisting with restorations when required.
• Apply security updates to systems and applications, ensuring compliance with ICT Manager guidance, and monitor endpoint protection and security alerts.
• Provide AV and IT support for assemblies, events and specialist SEND equipment.
• Deliver ICT induction for new staff, covering essential systems, acceptable use and data protection, and provide basic IT training where needed.
• Troubleshoot and escalate issues with key systems (e.g. MIS, Office 365, filtering, telephony) and liaise with suppliers for warranty repairs and quotations.
• Work in line with Health & Safety, safeguarding and cyber‑security requirements, reporting hazards, inappropriate use and potential risks promptly.

About You:

We’re looking for someone who is confident working with people at all levels, thrives in a busy environment, and has strong attention to detail.

Essential:

• Minimum GCSE Maths and English
• Previous experience in first line support
• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Excellent IT skills Microsoft Suite, MIS
• Ability to manage your own workload and meet deadlines
• Ability to work sensitively with confidential information
• Right to work in the UK (Sponsorship is not available)

What we offer:

• A supportive and friendly team environment
• The chance to make a real difference in a school community
• Generous holiday entitlement
• SEN allowance included

• Free on-site parking
• Generous pension scheme
• Contractual Sick Pay
• Free confidential mental health and wellbeing coaching and counselling services
• Family friendly policies
• Staff Wellbeing
• Continuous Professional Development: A full induction and on the job training with a commitment to supporting and coaching you towards excellent practice
• A generous site in a well-established community location, with excellent transport links

Joining our team at Brookfields Schools presents an exciting opportunity to be part of a community committed to excellence in education and development of SEN pupils. If you are passionate about facilitating positive experiences for pupils and families and are ready to make a meaningful contribution, we encourage you to apply. 

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 c224 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.

Application Form

Job Description

Applications should be sent to recruitment@brookfields.w-berks.sch.uk and the closing date is 09.00am on Friday 26 June 2026.  Should you have any questions prior to making an application you would be welcome to contact us on the above email address.  Please apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

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.

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.

Accordion content

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

Closing date: open
Interview date: TBC 2026 
Start date: September 2026
Salary: MPS and UPS plus SEN Allowance                                                        

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

Location: Tilehurst, Reading RG31 6SW

Classroom Teachers

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 learning difficulties.

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 c224 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   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

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

Applications should be sent to recruitment@brookfields.w-berks.sch.uk

Should you have any questions prior to making an application you would be welcome to contact us on the above email address.  Please apply as soon as possible as we reserve the right to interview and appoint before the closing date.

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.

Clinical Lead Physiotherapist
£50,008 to £57,888 (band 7- 8a) per annum full-time, depending on experience
Full Time/Part Time, flexible hours, term time or all year round with 29 days holiday + BH
Are you ready to be part of something new and impactful? - We have an exciting opportunity in our new Therapies Hub.

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 a Clinical Lead Physiotherapist, you will be providing oversight of physiotherapy within school settings and delivering intervention where appropriate, with a unique opportunity to help develop and shape a new service at both universal and targeted levels. The successful candidate will bring essential paediatric experience, with SEN experience desirable and a genuine passion for supporting children and young people to achieve their full potential. We are seeking a compassionate, approachable and proactive professional who values collaboration and inclusion, who can build strong, trusting relationships with pupils, families, and multidisciplinary teams. Excellent communication, adaptability and problem-solving skills are key, alongside a commitment to delivering high-quality, child-centred care that reflects our core values of respect, empathy and continuous improvement.

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 Physio- 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 Physiotherapist 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
•29 days holiday a year plus bank holidays off
•Flexible working hours
•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

Start Date: From September 2026

Job Description

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 by the closing date.

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 email us to arrange an informal chat.

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

Trust Plumber £33,902 to £36,226 depending on experience (pay award pending)

Full time (37 hours a week) all year round with 29 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Work vehicle provided if required

We’re seeking a professionally qualified Plumber to join our Estates team as we build new in-house services for our schools. Reporting to the Estates Manager, you will take ownership of delivering high-quality plumbing and mechanical services across the Trust, ensuring all systems are maintained to the highest standards. Acting as the Trust’s go-to expert for all plumbing-related matters, you will oversee both planned and reactive maintenance, support compliance activities and contribute to the smooth running of specialist facilities such as hydrotherapy and splash pools.
Your responsibilities will include diagnosing faults, carrying out repairs and upgrades, maintaining key systems and water heaters.
With opportunities to contribute ideas, develop your skills and make a tangible impact, this role offers a rewarding blend of autonomy, teamwork and professional growth within a supportive and purpose-driven organisation.
About You
We’re looking for a skilled and motivated plumbing professional who brings both technical expertise and a positive, can-do attitude. You’ll hold an NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Plumbing and Domestic Heating (or equivalent), alongside hands-on experience maintaining and repairing plumbing systems in a commercial environment. With a solid understanding of building maintenance and the ability to interpret drawings and schematics, you’ll be confident working independently as well as part of a wider team. You’ll also bring essential knowledge of water regulations and legionella awareness, with a willingness to continue developing your skills through ongoing training. A full driving licence is required, as is a readiness to work across a variety of environments, including at heights and in confined spaces.
If you’re looking for a role where your expertise is valued and your contribution truly makes a difference, we’d love to hear from you.
What We Offer
•Free on-site parking
•Family-friendly policies
•Eye care and free flu vaccination voucher
•Generous pension and life assurance schemes
•Private contributory healthcare scheme
•Staff collaboration groups
•Staff recognition scheme
•Contractual sick pay
•Cycle to work scheme
•Christmas party and social events
•Free on-site parking
•Family-friendly policies
•Gym, food, entertainment, shopping and holiday discounts
•Free confidential mental health and wellbeing coaching and counselling services
•On-site catering
•Continuous professional development, training and sponsorship opportunities
Who we are
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. Through collaboration, we challenge and maximise the potential of our schools and individuals.
Come and be part of our Trust central team of experts, with regular travel to other sites required. Are you ready to make a difference in this new role?
Closing Date: 21st May 2026
Start Date: 1st September 2026
Please note, we are unable to accept CVs, please see our application details below;
How to Apply: Please download a job application pack from the school website https://www.ascendancypartnershiptrust.co.uk/about-us/vacancies
Please email your completed 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

Trust Electrician
£38,316 to £42,152 depending on experience (pay award pending) Full time (37 hours a week) all year round with 29 days holiday + Bank Holidays
Work vehicle provided if required

We’re seeking a professionally qualified Electrician to join our Estates team as we build new in-house services for our schools. Reporting the Estates Manager, you’ll provide high-quality electrical maintenance, inspection and installation support, ensuring all systems remain fully compliant and operating at their best. From installing and servicing electrical systems to fault-finding and repairs, your expertise will help keep our buildings running smoothly day to day. You’ll also take ownership of essential tasks such as emergency lighting testing, PAT testing and completing remedial works identified through inspections, all while maintaining the highest standards of safety and workmanship.
About You
We’re looking for a skilled and dedicated Electrical professional to join our Estates team, helping to keep our schools safe, compliant, and running smoothly. You’ll bring an NVQ Level 3 in Electrical Installation (or equivalent), along with strong knowledge of current wiring regulations and hands-on experience in a commercial maintenance environment. Confident in fault-finding, testing and installation work, you’ll be comfortable interpreting drawings and technical information, using test equipment, and delivering high-quality electrical services across a variety of settings. With essential qualifications including 18th Edition and Inspection & Testing, you’ll also hold an ECS Gold Card and bring a strong commitment to safe working practices. Driving licence required.
If you’re adaptable, professional, and motivated by making a real difference in essential services, you’ll feel right at home in this role.
What We Offer
•Free on-site parking
•Family-friendly policies
•Eye care and free flu vaccination voucher
•Generous pension and life assurance schemes
•Private contributory healthcare scheme
•Staff collaboration groups
•Staff recognition scheme
•Contractual sick pay
•Cycle to work scheme
•Christmas party and social events
•Gym, food, entertainment, shopping and holiday discounts
•Free confidential mental health and wellbeing coaching and counselling services
•On-site catering
•Continuous professional development, training and sponsorship opportunities
Who we are
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. Through collaboration, we challenge and maximise the potential of our schools and individuals.
Come and be part of our Trust central team of experts, with regular travel to other sites required. Are you ready to make a difference in this new role?
Closing Date: 21st May 2026
Start Date: 1st August 2026
Please note we are unable to accept CVs, please see our application details below;
How to Apply: Please download a job application pack from the school website https://www.ascendancypartnershiptrust.co.uk/about-us/vacancies
Please email your completed 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

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