Teaching Assistant


Company:	Coventry City Council
Salary:	£21,334 to £24,249 a year
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Coventry, CV3 4DE
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	22 Sept 2026
Closing date:	11 Oct 2026

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Summary

Our Values

At Tiverton School, we are committed to creating a safe, inclusive and nurturing environment where every pupil can thrive. We believe in:

Supporting every child to reach their full potential through personalised learning and care

Working collaboratively with families and multi-disciplinary teams

Promoting equality, safeguarding and the wellbeing of all pupils

Maintaining high expectations, professionalism and continuous development for staff

Building positive relationships that foster respect, independence and confidence

What is the job role?

As a Teaching Assistant at Tiverton School, you will play a vital role in supporting the education and care of pupils with a range of needs.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive learning activities

Assisting with the assessment and monitoring of pupil progress

Working with individuals or small groups, including during trips and special activities

Implementing specialist programmes alongside professionals such as therapists

Providing personal care where required, including feeding and intimate care

Supporting behaviour management and contributing to positive learning environments

Preparing classroom resources and maintaining accurate records

Promoting effective communication between school and home

This is a rewarding role where no two days are the same, and where your contribution will have a direct impact on pupils’ development and wellbeing.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for a dedicated, compassionate and motivated individual who:

Has experience working with children (paid or voluntary)

Holds (or is working towards) an NVQ Level 2/3 qualification or equivalent

Understands child development, safeguarding and inclusive practice

Has strong literacy, numeracy and ICT skills

Can communicate effectively with pupils, staff and families

Is able to support pupils with a range of needs, including personal care

Works well as part of a team and builds positive professional relationships

Is organised, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional development

Demonstrates enthusiasm, resilience and a genuine passion for supporting young people

Working hours are:

Monday - 8.30am - 4.30pm

Tuesday - Thursday - 8.30 am - 4.15 pm

Friday - 8.30 am - 3.30 pm

15-minute unpaid break in the morning and 30-minute unpaid lunch break.

Interview Date: 19th October 2026.

Our school 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 candidate will be required to undertake an enhanced criminal record check via the DBS, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

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