You will work as part of a team to provide an enabling environment in which all children can play, develop, and learn.

Little Acorns is the foundation for children’s education at Henley Green School and an integral part of our Early Years provision. It is overseen by our Early Years Leader and Deputy Head.

Henley Green primary School wish to appoint a permanent full time Teaching Assistant  We are seeking an excellent teaching assistant to join our ‘GOOD SCHOOL' (OFSTED March 2024). 

The successful candidate will be: 

• Passionate about children and supporting them to do their very best.
• An inclusive thinker. 
• Able to engage and motivate pupils with SEND. 
• Recognise that children come from different backgrounds, with different experiences and they are equally valued.
• Commitment to work hard as part of a team 

In return we offer: 

• A team of supportive, hardworking staff, governors and parents. 
• Enthusiastic and friendly children who are keen to learn. 
• An inclusive and nurturing school, committed to 
• developing the potential of all staff and children.
• Opportunities for continued professional development. 

Visits to the school are strongly encouraged and warmly welcomed.  Please telephone the school office on 024 76613163 to make an appointment. 

This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointment to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Henley Green is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Closing date:  25th September 2026

Interviews scheduled for Thursday 1st October 2026

All candidates must have the Right to Work in the UK. We are currently not offering sponsorship for this role.

If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you. 

Guaranteed Interview Scheme - As part of our commitment to inclusion, we offer guaranteed interviews for specific groups of people. To qualify, you'll need to meet the minimum requirements for the role and identify with one of the below criteria:

• Members of the Armed Forces and veterans
• Are currently in care or have previously been in care
• If you consider yourself to be disabled or if you have a long-term health condition

For full details on the application process please read the attached document on our jobs page labelled 'Coventry City Council Application Process'. 

We recognise that AI is now part of everyday life and can be a helpful tool when used appropriately. However, applications should reflect your own skills and experience. If there is clear evidence that AI has been used to complete an application, it may be rejected unless a reasonable explanation can be provided that would be considered as acceptable. 

Different backgrounds. One goal. Real impact.

At Coventry, we're building a workforce that reflects our diverse communities. Guided by our One Coventry Values, we celebrate inclusion, diversity of thought, and lived experience.

We especially welcome applicants from minority ethnic/global majority, LGBT+, those with a disability, and neurodiverse backgrounds – your voice can help shape a fairer future for our residents. Find out more here - https://www.coventry.gov.uk/council-vacancies 

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