Apprentice Teaching Assistant

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in Coventry is seeking Apprentice Teaching Assistants to start in 2025. The role involves supporting children with various special needs and working collaboratively in a classroom environment. Ideal candidates will have strong communication skills and at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths. The position offers a commitment to safeguarding children's welfare.

Qualifications

• Experience or willingness to learn about Special Educational Needs (SEN).
• Ability to provide constructive feedback to support pupil progress.
• Strong general education with at least 5 GCSEs including English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Support colleagues in the classroom under direction.
• Help create a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Implement individualized learning programs and keep accurate records.

Skills

Experience with children

Strong communication skills

Basic tech proficiency

Education

5 GCSEs including English and Maths, grade 4/equivalent or above

Job description

Overview

Job Type: Contract. Job Sector: Education. Region: West Midlands. Location: Coventry Castle Wood School, 50 Deedmore Road, Coventry. Salary Description: £7.55 per hour for the first year (approximately £14,500 per annum); after this, rates are paid according to age. Posted: 18/09/2025. Recruiter: Coventry City Council. Job Ref: coventrycc/TP/94874/11576.

What is the job role?

We are currently looking for Apprentice Teaching Assistants with positions starting at Easter or September 2025. As part of the classroom team, you will work across the school and provide support to colleagues as needed. You will be supporting children with a variety of special needs, including Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Down’s Syndrome, Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD), Severe Learning Disabilities (SLD), as well as other overlapping conditions. Some children may be non-verbal or have challenging behaviours.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the classroom team to support colleagues, under the direction of the class teacher and leadership team.
• Help create a safe, supportive learning environment aligned with the school’s vision and values.
• Stay updated on educational trends through training, reading, and sharing knowledge, while gaining skills to support students with SEN.
• Assist in maintaining and organizing the classroom environment and resources.
• Implement individualized learning programs, keep accurate records, and assist with marking and maintaining learning materials.
• Contribute to tracking and assessing students' progress and attainment.

Who are we looking for?

• Desired Skills: Experience with children in educational settings or a willingness to learn about Special Educational Needs (SEN). Strong communication skills, basic tech proficiency, and a commitment to the school’s policies and child protection guidelines. Basic understanding of child development and ability to provide constructive feedback to support pupil progress.
• Personal Qualities: Strong interpersonal skills to build positive relationships with children and adults, while maintaining confidentiality. Patience, adaptability, problem-solving abilities, and a caring nature to support diverse learning needs. Initiative to contribute to a positive learning environment and ensure pupil progress.
• We Are Looking For Someone Who Has: Strong general education with at least 5 GCSEs (or equivalent) including English and Maths, grade 4/equivalent or above. Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team. A commitment to promoting the well-being and progress of all members of the school community, with high aspirations for both pupils and themselves.

Additional Information

Interview date: To Be Confirmed. 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. Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE), an additional pre-employment check may be required; an online search may form part of this recruitment process.