Education
Teaching Assistant cover letter example
A teaching assistant cover letter showing how you support learning, behaviour and children with SEND.
Dear [Hiring manager's name],
I'm applying for the Teaching Assistant role at [school]. I've supported pupils in [year groups] at [school] for [time], working with small groups and one-to-one.
I deliver phonics and reading interventions planned by the class teacher and give feedback on progress. I've supported a pupil with an EHCP, using visual timetables and agreed strategies to help him settle into lessons.
I'd value the chance to support pupils at [school], where [something specific about the school].
Thank you for considering my application. I would welcome the chance to discuss the role.
Kind regards,
[Your name]
Illustrative only. Replace everything in [brackets] with your own true details, and keep it under one page.
Why this letter works
- It names year groups and intervention types.
- The SEND example is specific and respectful.
- It shows it was written for this school.
FAQs
Who do I address a school application to?
Usually the headteacher, unless the advert names someone else.