We value diverse perspectives and experiences and are striving to create a workplace culture that is inclusive, is accepting of all and is free from discrimination and bias. We work together in a warm, ambitious and supportive environment. Our children are eager to learn, and our families are supportive of their education. Our Values In line with our One Coventry Values, we want to ensure that our communities are represented across our workforce. A vital part of this is ensuring we are a truly inclusive organisation that encourages diversity in all respects, including diversity of thinking. We particularly welcome applicants from minority ethnic, LGBT, disabled and neurodiverse communities to make a real difference to our residents so that equity and respect remains at the heart of everything we do. Our Values are: Open and fair: We are fair, open, and transparent. Nurture and develop: We help and encourage everyone to be their best and do their best. Engage and empower: We talk and listen to others, working together as one. Create and innovate: We embrace new ways of working to continuously improve. Own and be accountable: We work together to deliver the best services for our residents. Value and respect: We put diversity and inclusion at the heart of all we do. What is the job role? You will undertake the Level 3 Teaching Assistant Apprenticeship standard. Further information for this apprenticeship can be found on: Teaching Assistant Apprentice This apprenticeship role is a fixed term contract for 15 months in line with the length of the apprenticeship training. 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). Who are we looking for? Do you love the idea of working with children? Are you passionate about learning? Could you make a difference to the lives of the children in our setting? This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic, keen apprentice to join our friendly and supportive team and train with us. We are proud to offer evidence-based, bespoke CPD designed to support every member of staff excel. Our dedicated team is committed to ensuring excellence for all pupils. We work together in a warm, ambitious and supportive environment. Our children are eager to learn, and our families are supportive of their education. Our extensive school grounds provide rich opportunities for outdoor learning across the curriculum. We have a vibrant, modern outdoor area for EYFS and KS1, a Multi-Use Games Area, established Forest School, and playing field all to support the children to thrive. We are the ideal school for dedicated professionals who want to make a real difference. If you need help or support to complete your application, please visit our accessibility page to see how we can assist you. Closing date: 20.05.2026 Interview date(s) (Face-to-face): Week commencing 01.06.2026 Did you know that there is support available to help you with your application? If you would like support in completing your application or have any questions about our recruitment and selection processes, help is available at The Job Shop. We would recommend that all applicants take advantage of this service in order to maximise the chances of being shortlisted. Address: West Orchard Way, Coventry CV1 1FY Phone: 024 7678 5740 Email: jobshop@coventry.gov.uk Website: http://www.coventry.gov.uk/jobshop About Coventry Coventry has a proud, innovative and creative spirit that throughout its history has seen communities come together to tackle problems and bring about real social change. We are cutting-edge, challenging, youthful, vibrant and diverse. At Coventry we are committed to excellence in everything we do. With around 5100 staff from a range of different backgrounds, our aim is to recruit and develop talented people who will focus on our customers, take responsibility, work together and find better ways of doing things. To deliver the best services to our residents, we need the best people working for us to make a difference to our communities. If you join us, we will provide a fantastic rewards & benefits package which includes: Flexible working arrangements An outstanding local government pension scheme Great opportunities to develop with access to accredited courses. Access to an award-winning Occupational Health Service Salary Sacrifice Scheme