SEND Teaching Assistant
Coventry
Full time
£24,700 – £29,900 per annum
Vacancy ID
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Job Description
Supporting pupils throughout the school day, SEND Teaching Assistants help create calm and structured learning environments. The focus is on providing tailored academic and emotional support, adapting tasks where needed, and helping pupils feel secure and confident in the classroom. Strong communication, patience, and consistency are essential, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities.
Supports pupils with SEND in lessons and structured interventions.
Works closely with teachers to adapt learning activities.
Promotes confidence, independence, and positive behaviour.
Maintains safeguarding, care, and wellbeing standards.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience working with SEND pupils is desirable
A patient, resilient, and empathetic presence
Adaptability to meet a range of individual needs
Strong teamwork and communication abilities
About the School
This Coventry SEND school is rated Good by Ofsted and stands out for its expertise in supporting students with complex needs. Rooted in values of respect, resilience, and independence, the school ensures every pupil is given the support they need to thrive.
Balancing academic learning with therapy, creative enrichment, and life skills development, students experience confidence-building opportunities across a variety of contexts. Ofsted highlights strong leadership and teaching, while parents report significant strides in their children’s self-assurance and progress.