Teaching Assistant
Coventry
Part time
£27,300 - £30,300 per annum
Vacancy ID
699e8747-b2e2-40a1-a529-a09f25ed61c9
Job Description
Working closely with pupils and staff, Teaching Assistants help maintain engagement and progress. Support may include assisting with lesson delivery, providing small group or one-to-one input, and helping to maintain effective classroom routines. Flexibility, initiative, and clear communication are key when supporting pupils of varying abilities.
Provides classroom-based support during lessons.
Delivers small group or individual interventions.
Supports classroom organisation and resources.
Encourages positive behaviour and engagement.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience working with young people facing trauma or SEMH needs desirable.
Calm, consistent, and patient approach.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Must be willing to travel – driving essential.
About the School
This Alternative Provision school, rated “Good” by Ofsted, is known for its therapeutic, trauma-informed approach to education. It supports young people who struggle in traditional settings due to SEMH needs, anxiety, or past trauma.
With a focus on PSHE and bespoke pathways, the school offers a safe, calm space for pupils to re-engage with learning. Staff work in small teams with a high level of support, and every child’s progress is celebrated.
Ofsted praised the school’s leadership, safeguarding, and the strength of relationships between staff and pupils. For a Teaching Assistant, this is a place where your presence truly matters – and where you’ll be part of a compassionate team making a daily difference.