Health Care Teaching Assistant

Riverbank Academy; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Coventry is seeking a dedicated Health Care Teaching Assistant to support and guide students. You will assist with personal care and supervision, and collaborate closely with teachers. Ideal candidates should have strong communication skills and a desire to foster student independence. Opportunities for professional development and training are offered.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive environment

Qualifications

• Experience with SEND students is preferred.
• Ability to walk long distances and stand for long periods.
• Strong collaboration with teaching staff is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the individual care of students.
• Assist with personal care and moving support.
• Provide structured support to enhance student independence.

Skills

Good written and verbal communication skills

Ability to be empathetic

Experience leading lessons

Desire to improve literacy, numeracy and ICT skills

Education

Grade C in English and Maths

A level (AS/A level) qualification

Job description

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Client:

Riverbank Academy

Location:

Coventry, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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Job Reference:

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Posted:

01.08.2025

Expiry Date:

15.09.2025

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Job Description:

Riverbank Academy currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Health Care Assistant, supporting class leads and teachers with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.

Job overview

You’ll be responsible for working in partnership with class leads and support staff to support the individual care of students. You will provide structured support and guidance for students in the development of their independence , physical and social needs. You will provide supervision, personal care and moving and handling support for students with SEND. Assisting with lunchtime supervision and after school and break duties as part of the rota.

Job requirements

• A desire to continue to improve literacy, numeracy and ICT skills, with Grade C achieved in English and Maths
• Qualification to A level (AS/A level) is desirable
• Experience leading lessons within a community, mainstream or special school context
• Ability to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time to support student transitions around school and enrichment activities
• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff
• Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students

As a Health Care Assistant within Riverbank Academy, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.

Interviews week commencing 08 September 2025

Safeguarding Statement

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointments to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Criminal Records Bureau.

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Riverbank Academy currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Health Care Assistant, supporting class leads and teachers with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.

Job overview

You’ll be responsible for working in partnership with class leads and support staff to support the individual care of students. You will provide structured support and guidance for students in the development of their independence , physical and social needs. You will provide supervision, personal care and moving and handling support for students with SEND. Assisting with lunchtime supervision and after school and break duties as part of the rota.

Job requirements

A desire to continue to improve literacy, numeracy and ICT skills, with Grade C achieved in English and Maths

Qualification to A level (AS/A level) is desirable

Experience leading lessons within a community, mainstream or special school context

Ability to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time to support student transitions around school and enrichment activities

Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff

Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students

Why join us?

As a Health Care Assistant within Riverbank Academy, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.

Interviews week commencing 08 September 2025

Safeguarding Statement

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointments to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Criminal Records Bureau.