SEND Teaching Assistant

Job Description

Supporting pupils throughout the school day, SEND Teaching Assistants help create calm and structured learning environments. The focus is on providing tailored academic and emotional support, adapting tasks where needed, and helping pupils feel secure and confident in the classroom. Strong communication, patience, and consistency are essential, alongside a clear understanding of safeguarding responsibilities. Supports pupils with SEND in lessons and structured interventions. Works closely with teachers to adapt learning activities. Promotes confidence, independence, and positive behaviour. Mains safeguarding, care, and wellbeing standards.

Desired Experience + Qualifications

• Experience with SEND pupils desirable.
• Empathy, resilience, and strong communication.
• Ability to adapt strategies to individual needs.
• Enthusiasm for inclusive education.

About the School

This Coventry SEND school, rated “Good” by Ofsted, has a strong reputation for its inclusive and specialist provision. Pupils benefit from a curriculum that balances academic teaching with therapies and enrichment. Parents praise the school for its positive impact, noting that children develop both confidence and independence. Ofsted highlighted the effective leadership and the strong, caring relationships between staff and pupils. For a Learning Mentor, this is a chance to join a team that makes a meaningful difference every day.