Health Care Teaching Assistant

Riverbank Academy; Coventry; On-site; GBP 18,000 - GBP 20,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Coventry is looking for a dedicated Health Care Teaching Assistant. The role involves providing structured support to students and assisting with personal care, supervision, and activities for those with special educational needs. Suitable candidates will demonstrate empathy, good communication skills, and a desire for professional development. This is a part-time role with an expected start as soon as possible and offers opportunities for training and career progression.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Qualifications

• Desire to improve literacy, numeracy, and ICT skills.
• Grade C achieved in English and Maths.
• Experience working in a school context.

Responsibilities

• Support individual care of students.
• Provide structured support and guidance.
• Assist with lunchtime and break duties.

Skills

Empathy towards students

Good verbal communication

Ability to assist with student transitions

Experience leading lessons

Education

A level qualification

Job description

## Health Care Teaching Assistant### We are searching for the best education professionals* Health Care Teaching AssistantFast Apply# Health Care Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Coventry, West Midlands (Remote working)Contract Type: PermanentHours: Part TimeSalary: G3 (32 hrs £18,901- £19,815)Posted: 16th January 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 27th February 2026 11:59 AMContract Type: PermanentStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1529824Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Permanent* Job ID: 1529824* Share :Riverbank Academy currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Health Care Assistant, supporting class leads and teachers with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.**Job overview**You’ll be responsible for working in partnership with class leads and support staff to support the individual care of students. You will provide structured support and guidance for students in the development of their independence , physical and social needs. You will provide supervision, personal care and moving and handling support for students with SEND. Assisting with lunchtime supervision and after school and break duties as part of the rota.**Job requirements*** A desire to continue to improve literacy, numeracy and ICT skills, with Grade C achieved in English and Maths* Qualification to A level (AS/A level) is desirable* Experience leading lessons within a community, mainstream or special school context* Ability to walk long distances and stand for long periods of time to support student transitions around school and enrichment activities* Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff* Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of studentsAs a Health Care Assistant within Riverbank Academy, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skill set within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.**Interviews will take place upon application**### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:This post is exempted under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and as such appointments to this post will be conditional upon the receipt of a satisfactory response to a check of police records via the Criminal Records Bureau.### Riverbank AcademyPart of### Sidney Stringer Multi Academy Trust