Ancillary Assistant

Glen Hills Primary; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 14,000; Part time

Job summary

Glen Hills Primary School in Leicester, Leicestershire is seeking an Ancillary Assistant on a fixed-term contract until 6 July 2027. This 25-hour-per-week role is term-time only (39 weeks per year) and graded 4, pay point 5 at £13.28 per hour, with start date as soon as possible.

You will support pupils under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff, including working with individuals and small groups, assisting with learning activities and classroom organisation, promoting positive

Responsibilities

• Working with individuals and small groups, including pupils with SEND.
• Supporting learning activities and classroom organisation.
• Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing.
• Assisting with classroom preparation and maintaining a safe, engaging environment, including intimate care when required.

Job description

# Ancillary AssistantEmployer: Glen Hills Primary SchoolLocation: Leicester, LeicestershireContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Term TimeContract Length: Fixed term until July 2027Salary: Salary: Grade 4, Point 5, £13.28 per hourPosted: 7th October 2026Expires: 27th October 2026 05:00 PMStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1577745Job Reference: AA-OCT* Share :* Print**Ancillary Assistant****Grade 4, Pay Point 5 £13.28 per hour****25 hours per week | Term Time Only** (39 weeks per year)Please note that this post is offered on a fixed-term contract until 6 July 2027 and is funded through specific pupil funding. While the role is initially fixed-term, the school will keep the position under review with a view to continuing the post where funding and staffing requirements allow.We are inviting applications for the role of Ancillary Assistant to join our dedicated and experienced team at Glen Hills Primary School.This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is:* Professional, flexible and proactive* Committed to supporting children’s learning and well being* Able to work collaboratively with colleagues* Confident in building positive relationships with pupils and families* Passionate about inclusive education and child developmentYou will support pupils under the direction of the class teacher and senior staff, including:* Working with individuals and small groups, including pupils with SEND* Supporting learning activities and classroom organisation* Promoting positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing* Assisting with classroom preparation and maintaining a safe, engaging environment* Supporting the needs of all pupils, including physical needs such as intimate care when required**Closing Date for Applications: Tuesday 27 October 2026****Interviews: Week commencing 2 November 2026***Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early should a sufficient number of suitable applications be received. Early application is therefore encouraged.*