Coventry City Council
Early Years Practitioner - Allesley Primary School
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What is the job role?
At Allesley Primary School we believe that the Early Years Foundation Stage, truly is the foundation for all children to begin their learning journey at our school. We aim to create a happy, secure and stimulating environment for all of our children.
One in which they can learn and have fun through exploration, practise and discovery. Our early years practitioners work in partnership with each other and parents to provide the children with the very best learning environment and experiences. We work together as an equal team to ensure our children's first experiences of school are positive and engaging, providing a broad and balanced educational foundation for their future.
What we offer:
- A workplace that values the emotional health and wellbeing of everybody
- A commitment to support your development in acquiring new skills through a wide range of professional opportunities.
- An opportunity to make a huge contribution to the lives and lifelong learning of vulnerable children who deserve high quality teaching in a safe educational provision.
- A friendly and inclusive team who are passionate about improving pupil outcomes.
Working Together for a Bright Future
Allesley Primary provides an environment that opens a world of learning and takes our children on a journey of discovery and challenge towards achieving personal excellence.
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We are looking for someone who can:
- Supporting the Classroom Teacher during lessons
- Reporting on pupils’ progress and concerns, and liaising with other School staff to ensure pupils needs are met
- Supervision of pupils during non-classroom time including extra-curricular activities and school trips
- Assisting with lesson planning and classroom preparation
- Setting work where appropriate, and marking
- Building positive relationships with your pupil/s and driving interaction and positive learning outcomes
The successful candidate will work within a strong and dedicated team, fantastic children and hardworking colleagues who are passionate about everything they do.
Allesley Primary School is a place where all can grow, achieve and endeavour to be the best they can be within a safe and caring atmosphere of teamwork, support and cooperation. Together we learn. Together we achieve more.
Closing date: Tuesday 14th July 2026
Interview date: TBC
Please apply using the online application form ensuring you outline your skills, abilities, and experience in line with the key areas on the advert and Job Description and Person Specification
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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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