Teaching Assistant - Howes Primary School

Please Note: The application deadline for this job has now passed.

What is the job role?

This is an amazing opportunity for a Teaching Assistant to join our friendly, unique school to start as soon as possible as we journey together to improve opportunities and outcomes for our children and staff so that we can all be the best that we can be.

The role will be to work with the class teachers to raise the learning and attainment of pupils. You will promote pupils independence, self-esteem and inclusion by giving support individually or in groups.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an inspirational person who:

• Has the children’s learning and well-being at the heart of everything that they do

• Has excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to deal with people tactfully and confidentially

• Has experience working in schools with children or young people

• Has energy and enthusiasm to support our children who deserve nothing but the best

• Works well as part of a team but can also use their initiative to work independently productively

• Is a good role model to others

We can offer:

A leadership team that will support, encourage and develop you as a practitioner.

A supportive, friendly staff team.

Motivated, enthusiastic children who love to learn.

A welcoming and supportive school community.

To apply please download the application pack and return completed direct to the school to malcolm.woodall@howes.coventry.sch.uk

Closing date: Tuesday 17th October 2023 at 9:00am

Interview date: Friday 20th October 2023

If you have the above qualities, we look forward to hearing from you. We encourage you to arrange a visit to the school to see all that we offer our children and staff. To make this arrangement, please contact school on 02476 411711.

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.

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.

Coventry City Council