Teaching Assistant

Hollyfast Primary School, Coventry, West Midlands, CV6 2AH

17 days remaining to apply

• Closing date

  18 October 2025 at 12am (midnight)

• Date listed

  1 October 2025

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Part time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: £25183 - £26403 pa pro rata (35 hours term time only)

Teaching Assistant job summary

It is a very exciting time to be joining Hollyfast Primary School. We are a three- form entry primary, based in the area of Coundon, Coventry. We have a very positive reputation within the local area and being one of the largest schools in Coventry, we are an integral part of the local community. With a growing leadership structure and a brand new vision and values for our school, we are looking forward to recruiting a teacher to help us grow, achieve and further transform our school.

"Since I started at Hollyfast, I was blown away by the support and positivity received by everyone in school. Everyone cares for each other and the children, and we all believe in the journey of the school! I have really developed as a teacher over the past couple of years. As part of my development, I have received regular coaching and support from leaders, both formally and informally. I love being a part of the Hollyfast team, helping to make a difference every day."

(Class Teacher at Hollyfast)

Our Values

Our Values

• Collaboration
• Courage
• Perseverance 
• Respect
• Excellence
• Kindness

Our Vision

Aim high, grow within and reach beyond the stars

What is the job role?

We are seeking to appoint a committed, enthusiastic and caring Teaching Assistant to join our dedicated team at Hollyfast Primary School.   The successful candidate will work alongside teachers to support the learning and development of pupils across the school, helping to create a positive, inclusive and nurturing environment for all children.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for someone who:

• Is passionate about working with children and helping them reach beyond the stars
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Works well as part of a team and shows initiative
• Is patient, flexible, and organised
• Has experience working in a primary school setting (desirable but not essential)

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting individual and small groups of pupils in and out of the classroom
• Assisting with the planning and delivery of learning activities
• Promoting positive behaviour and inclusion
• Supporting pupils with additional needs as required
• Helping to prepare classroom materials and resources

We are proud of the offer we provide to our team. This includes:

• A strong, collaborative team that respects each other, strive for excellence and dares to make decisions, take risks and support each other positively
• Opportunities for professional development
• An opportunity to work and learn alongside an experienced and successful leadership team with a proven track record of securing school improvement across different settings.
• A change to make a real difference in children’s lives
• A highly supportive Governing Body who are committed to helping the school
• A visible Senior Leadership team, who promotes and lead with transparency and empathy

Opportunities to view the school are encouraged. Please contact the school office on 024 7633 2521 to book an appointment.

Interview: Wednesday 22 October 2025

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.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

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.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Hollyfast Primary School

• School type: Local authority maintained school, ages 3 to 11
• Education phase: Primary
• School size: 659 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 3 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• School website: Hollyfast Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/hollyfast-primary-school

It is a very exciting time to be joining Hollyfast Primary School. With a new leadership structure in place and a brand new vision and values for our school, we are looking forward to growing, achieving and further transforming Hollyfast into a beacon school within the local area and beyond.

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