Primary Teaching Assistant

Axcis Education Recruitment; Coventry; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay 14.25 per hour

Flexible long-term work opportunities

Free online CPD and training

Safeguarding Level 2 Certification

Dedicated local consultant

Access to SEND and primary vacancies

Job summary

Axcis Education Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming Coventry primary school from September on a full-time, long-term basis. This role supports children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and aims to help learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

You will work under the guidance of the class teacher, deliver differentiated activities, support 1:1 and small groups, and contribute to safeguarding and professional

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• Enhanced DBS certificate registered on the Update Service.
• Availability to work full-time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am–4:00pm.
• Strong communication skills and a patient, nurturing approach.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small-group support for pupils with SEND.
• Implement IEPs and behaviour support strategies.
• Support the use of assistive technology and adapted learning resources.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote independence, confidence, and positive well-being.
• Maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Participate in safeguarding procedures and ongoing professional development.

Skills

Experience with children

SEND support

Strong communication

Job description

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role supporting children with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)? A welcoming and inclusive primary school in Coventry is seeking a dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team from September on a full‑time, long‑term basis. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about helping young learners thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging, differentiated lessons tailored to individual learning needs.
• Provide 1:1 and small‑group support for pupils with SEND.
• Implement Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and behaviour support strategies.
• Support the use of assistive technology and adapted learning resources.
• Monitor pupil progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Promote independence, confidence, and positive well‑being.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Participate in team meetings, safeguarding procedures, and ongoing professional development.

Requirements

• Previous experience working with children or young people.
• Experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).
• A valid Enhanced DBS Certificate registered on the Update Service.
• Availability to work full‑time, Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 4:00pm.
• Strong communication skills and a patient, nurturing approach.

Benefits

• Competitive pay rate of £14.25 per hour.
• Flexible and long‑term work opportunities.
• Free online CPD and training courses.
• Complimentary Safeguarding Level 2 Certification.
• Dedicated support from an experienced local consultant.
• Access to a wide range of SEND and primary school vacancies across the UK.

Contact

• Phone: [phone] l Ext: 6373
• Email: [e-mail] (replace with actual contact).

Equality and Safeguarding

Axcis is an equal opportunities employer and does not discriminate based on age, gender, disability, race or any other equal opportunities criteria. The company is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be suitably qualified, provide an up‑to‑date DBS, and be prepared to attend a face‑to‑face interview.