John Gulson Primary School, Coventry, CV1 4HB
Contract Type: Term Time Only
Salary Range: £21355 -£22388 pa (under five years’ service) £21841 - £22897 pa (over five years’ service)
Working Hours: 35
Help children feel they belong, build confidence and make progress at John Gulson Primary School in Coventry. We are looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to work primarily with pupils in Years 3 and 4. You will work closely with teachers to make learning accessible, support pupils in class and lead focused small group or individual work.
The role
- Support teaching and learning in a Year 3 or Year 4 classroom, adapting your approach to pupils’ needs.
- Lead small group interventions and provide individual support, using teacher guidance and assessment to help pupils progress.
- Build positive relationships and contribute to a safe, inclusive and engaging classroom.
- Observe and record learning, sharing useful feedback with the class teacher and working collaboratively with colleagues.
Who are we looking for?
- Experience of, or strong knowledge of, the Year 3 and Year 4 national curriculum.
- GCSE English and maths at grade C or 4 or above, or equivalent qualifications, and a high standard of spoken and written English.
- A calm, proactive and flexible colleague who builds positive relationships with children, families and staff.
- A strong commitment to inclusion, safeguarding and helping every child achieve and thrive.
What you can expect
A welcoming school community, a collaborative staff team and opportunities for professional development and training. Our pupils bring a wide range of experiences, languages and strengths to school, and you will play a meaningful part in their learning and wellbeing.
Working Hours:
Monday, Tuesday and Thursday: 8.30 am to 4.00 pm. Wednesday: 8.30 am to 4.30 pm. Friday: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm.
Start Date: Monday 2 nd November 2026, or as soon after this date as possible.
Tours of the School
We will be holding tours of the school on the following dates/times:
Friday 2 nd October 2026 at 2:45 pm OR
Tuesday 6 th October 2026 at 9:15 am
Please contact the school office to book one of these tours.
Our workforce data shows that men and people from minority ethnic backgrounds are under-represented; we encourage applicants from these backgrounds to apply. This does not prevent individuals with or without other protected characteristics as set out within the Equality Act 2010 from applying for this post.
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, all relevant safeguarding and pre-employment clearances, and the receipt of two satisfactory references.
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.
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Salary Range
£21355 -£22388 pa (under five years’ service) £21841 - £22897 pa (over five years’ service)
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John Gulson Primary School, Coventry
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