EYFS Learning Support Assistant

Coventry City; Coventry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Part time

Job summary

Coventry City Councilseeks an enthusiastic EYFS Learning Support Assistant to work in KS2 at Manor Park Primary School, Cheylesmore, Coventry.

The role involves supporting teaching and learning as part of the LSA team, with flexibility to meet the needs of the children and school. A DBS check and safeguarding clearances are required for the post.

Qualifications

• Good Literacy and Numeracy skills equivalent to NVQ 2 or GCSE (A-C grades) in English and Maths.
• NVQ 3 or equivalent, Teaching Assistant

Responsibilities

• Support teaching and learning and be an integral part of the LSA team.
• Role involves flexibility to meet the needs of the children and school.
• Maintain safeguarding and pre-employment clearances as required.

Skills

Good Literacy and Numeracy

Education

NVQ 3 or equivalent Teaching Assistant

Job description

Jobs and careers with Coventry City Council

Manor Park Primary School is a happy, supportive and ambitious school that strives to give the best learning opportunities possible to all the children that attend. At Manor Park we believe that every child can SOAR to success. We aim to raise aspirations, inspire a life-long love of learning and create memories to last a lifetime. We celebrate our diversity, promote equality and strive to make a positive contribution to our community. In March 2023 OFSTED continued to judge us as GOOD overall.

Our core mission is to offer our wonderful children outstanding teaching and learning experiences and the very best opportunities, in and beyond the classroom. Learning at Manor Park is innovative, fun and exciting, capturing pupils' interests and extending their knowledge and skills. We aim to raise aspirations, inspire a life-long love of learning and create memories to last a lifetime. As you explore the website, you will see the range of opportunities that our children have, and the local, national and global links we have forged. We are particularly proud of our Manor Park University which extends and enriches our curriculum offer. In addition, our excellent pastoral care ensures that all children are nurtured and thrive in a supportive and caring environment.

What is the job role?

Governors wish to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated EYFS Learning Support Assistant to work in KS2.

The role will involve supporting teaching and learning and being an integral part of the LSA team. A degree of flexibility is required to meet the needs of the children and school.

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.

Who are we looking for?

Applicants should have:

Good Literacy and Numeracy skills equivalent to NVQ 2 or GCSE (A-C grades) in English and Maths

NVQ 3 or equivalent, Teaching Assistant

For an informal conversation about this role, please contact Mrs Swindell

Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented, we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.

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, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.

Following recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) for an additional pre employment check with effect 1 Sept 22, please note, an online search may form part of this recruitment process.

• Job Reference coventrycc/TP/164809/13255
• Contract Type Part Time Permanent
• Closing Date 13 September, 2026
• Job Category Schools/Academies - Support Staff Roles
• Business Unit Schools
• Location Manor Park Primary School, Ulverscroft Road, Cheylesmore, Coventry, United Kingdom (Incl. Northern Ireland)