SEND Teaching Assistant
Coventry
Full time
£24,700 – £29,900 per annum
Vacancy ID
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Job Description
Working alongside class teachers and inclusion staff, SEND Teaching Assistants support pupils with additional needs. 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 with SEND learners desirable.
Patience, empathy, and adaptability.
Strong teamwork and communication skills.
Dedication to inclusive education.
About the School
This Coventry special school, rated “Outstanding” by Ofsted, provides education for pupils aged 4–19 with a wide range of additional needs. Staff are committed to inclusion and equality, ensuring every pupil has the opportunity to succeed.
The curriculum blends academic learning with therapies, life skills, and enrichment opportunities, tailored to individual needs. Parents describe the school as exceptional, highlighting the dedication of staff and the way pupils flourish in confidence and ability.
For a Learning Mentor, this is an opportunity to be part of a school that values your role and where every day you will see the difference you make.