EYFS Teaching Assistant - Howes Primary School

Coventry City Council; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a friendly school as a Teaching Assistant from September 2025. We seek an inspirational individual dedicated to children's learning and well-being, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in schools.

Responsibilities

• Support children's learning and well-being.
• Work as part of a team and independently.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Enthusiasm

Teamwork

Initiative

Job description

What is the job role?

This is an amazing opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, unique school from September 2025 as we work together to improve opportunities and outcomes for our children and staff, so that everyone can be the best they can be.

Who are we looking for?

We are seeking an inspirational individual who:

1. Has the children’s learning and well-being at the heart of everything they do
2. Possesses excellent interpersonal skills, including tact and confidentiality
3. Has experience working with children or young people in schools
4. Displays energy and enthusiasm to support our children, who deserve the best
5. Works well as part of a team but can also work independently using their initiative
6. Is a good role model to others

If you have these qualities, we look forward to hearing from you. We encourage you to arrange a visit to the school to see what we offer our children and staff. To do so, please contact the school at 02476 411711.

Application Details

Closing date: Midnight on Sunday, 8th June 2025

Interview date: Friday, 13th June 2025

Our school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected 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, including an online search, may be part of the recruitment process effective from 1 September 2022.

Additional Information

Attached documents: EYFS TA JD & PS.doc