Teaching Assistant

About the role

Allesley Primary School, on the edge of Coventry in a village setting and rated good in its last Ofsted report, is looking for a solution-focused, highly effective Teaching Assistant to join its team. The post is term-time only, at 35 hours per week, with a salary of £21,692 to £22,388 per year. The school offers a workplace that values emotional health and wellbeing, supports professional development, and works with vulnerable children in a safe, inclusive environment.

Key responsibilities

• Support the classroom teacher during lessons
• Report on pupils' progress and concerns and liaise with other staff so pupils' needs are met
• Supervise pupils outside the classroom, including extra-curricular activities and school trips
• Assist with lesson planning and classroom preparation
• Set work where appropriate and mark
• Build positive relationships with pupils and promote positive learning outcomes

Required profile

• A Level 3 Early Years qualification is advantageous but not essential
• Ability to work within a strong, dedicated team
• Enhanced DBS check, safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and two satisfactory references are required; an online search may also be part of the process

Applicants apply through the online application form, outlining their skills, abilities and experience against the advert's key areas. The closing date is 22 November 2026, with interviews starting the week of 23 November 2026.