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Catholic School Teaching Assistant

Posted: 26-09-2025
Category: Teaching Assistants
Location: Coventry
Type: Full-time / Temporary
Salary: £90 - £125 per day

About the Role
Smile Education are delighted to be working with a number of Catholic schools across Coventry, who are looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join their welcoming communities.
These schools are guided by Gospel values and place equal importance on academic achievement, personal growth and spiritual development. As a Teaching Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in supporting both pupils and teachers, helping to create a nurturing environment where every child can flourish.
What We’re Looking For
- Experience supporting children in a school, childcare or youth setting.
- A patient, caring approach, with a willingness to uphold and respect the Catholic ethos.
- Flexibility to work across EYFS, KS1 or KS2.
- A positive attitude and a genuine passion for helping children learn.
- Enhanced DBS (or willingness to apply).
- TA qualifications (Level 2/3).
What’s on Offer
- The chance to work within welcoming Catholic school communities across Coventry.
- Competitive pay – £90–£120 per day, paid weekly.
- A variety of roles – classroom support, 1:1 interventions and SEN support.
- Ongoing support from a Smile consultant who understands the Catholic education sector.
- Opportunities to make a real difference in schools where values, community and faith are central to learning.
Why Smile Education?
We’ve been supporting schools across Coventry for over a decade, and we take pride in offering a personal, people-first service. You’ll have your own dedicated consultant, regular check-ins and the reassurance that we’ll match you to schools where your skills and personality will shine.
Apply Today
If you’re a compassionate, reliable Teaching Assistant who is happy to work within the Catholic ethos, we’d love to hear from you.
Apply now, or contact our Coventry consultant Tia Phillips on 07955295307 or alternatively by email on tia@smile-education.co.uk for a friendly, confidential chat.
Smile Education is committed to safeguarding children and promoting their welfare. All appointments are subject to enhanced DBS checks and references in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE).

We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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