Teaching Assistant Apprentice

We are a family orientated school with ‘Unconditional Positive Regard for All, as our mantra. We are looking for a hard-working, dedicated individual who is able to demonstrate good common sense, with genuine care for the pupils at our school.

We want to find a person that enjoys making a positive difference to the lives of all young children, regardless of their needs.

To succeed in this role you will need patience, kindness and an ability to act under the guidance of experienced staff. You will need to show an understanding that children need firm boundaries delivered with care and nurture. Whilst a good grasp of Maths and English is important, it is essential that we find the individual with the right temperament and personal qualities.

If you feel that you have something special to offer our pupils then please get in touch.

Location: CV5, Coventry

What You’ll Get:

• Salary: £8 per hour for the first 12 months followed by National Minimum wage for apprentices age

• Apprenticeship Qualification - a nationally recognised apprenticeship qualification. Teaching Assistant Level 3 apprenticeship standard, 15 months practical training plus up to 8 weeks for end point assesment

• Access to TOTUM student discount

• Access to Life and Progress employee support programme which includes: Health and wellbeing support, Around-the-clock support, and Confidential counselling (provided by SCCU Group)

What You’ll Do:

Under the direction and control of the Class Teacher they will be working with or designated supervisor:

• Assist in the delivery of creative and appropriate learning opportunities in a safe, caring and stimulating environment.

• Undertake those activities necessary to meet the physical and emotional needs of individuals and groups of children, including those children with special educational, physical or emotional needs.

• Monitor individual children’s progress, achievements, problems and condition, reporting to the responsible teacher as appropriate.

Job responsibilities and tasks may include some of the following:

• Assist the teacher with learning activities in the classroom, preparing or modifying work for an individual or group of pupils as directed.

• Undertake supervision and discipline of children and provide support within the procedures of the school, reporting any difficulties as appropriate.

• Promote children’s independence in learning, social and mobility skills, reinforcing the children’s self-esteem through praise and encouragement.

• Prepare and maintain equipment and teaching resources for activities/lessons when required.

• Ensure that children are able to safely use equipment and materials provided.

• Prepare and/or clear the classroom as directed.

• Provide support to the Class Teacher by undertaking photocopying, filing and recording.

• Be aware of and comply with policies and procedures relating to child protection, health and safety and security, confidentiality and data protection, reporting all concerns to an appropriate person.

• Support and contribute to the overall ethos/work/aims of the school.

• Assist with group activities within and away from the school such as PE and educational visits.

• Assist with the implementation of programmes designed by other professionals such as educational psychologists and speech and language therapists.

• Assist the Class Teacher in liaising with other professional staff and reporting information from/to parents/carers, contribute to meetings to discuss a specific child’s progress as appropriate.

• Attend professional development activities as required.

Any other duties and responsibilities within the range of the salary grade.

Working Hours:

Monday to Friday 8.30am– 4.00pm (Term time 39 weeks) 35 Hours per week

What They’re Looking For:

• Able to demonstrate a good standard of written and spoken English and numeracy skills

• To be able to work constructively as part of a team and be able to relate well to children and adults.

  • To be able to use basic ICT technology

  • Motivated and committed to support children

  • Ability to self-evaluate learning needs

  • Ability to maintain and understand the importance of confidentiality

  • Have a flexible approach and willingness to offer help

  •To be able to work constructively as part of a team and be able to relate well to children and adults.

  • Have an interest working within a primary school

  • Capable of working with children with a variety of abilities and backgrounds, or of a relevant age

  • Basic knowledge of equal opportunities in the workplace

Future Prospects: May lead to a future permanent position

Application Close Date: Monday 8th June 2026

Interview Date: Thursday 18th June

Start Date : 1st September 2026