Primary Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Leicester; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated education agency in Leicester is seeking enthusiastic Primary School Teaching Assistants. You'll support teachers and work directly with students to enhance learning in a dynamic environment. Ideal candidates should possess prior experience and a caring approach to education. This position offers competitive daily rates and ongoing professional development.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible work opportunities

Ongoing support and professional development

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary setting is desirable.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with small groups or individual pupils.
• Assist in preparing teaching materials.

Skills

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to work effectively as part of a team

Patient and caring approach

Education

Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent

Job description

Overview

Aspire People are seeking enthusiastic and dedicated Primary School Teaching Assistants to join our partner schools across Leicester. This is a fantastic opportunity for individuals passionate about supporting children's learning and development in a classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support to class teachers in delivering engaging lessons.
• Work with small groups or individual pupils to reinforce learning.
• Assist in the preparation of teaching materials and classroom resources.
• Support pupils with additional needs to ensure inclusive learning.
• Help create a safe, positive, and stimulating learning environment.
• Monitor and record pupil progress, reporting to the class teacher.

Requirements

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary setting (desirable).
• A patient, caring, and supportive approach to working with children.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Relevant qualifications (e.g., Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant, CACHE, or equivalent) are advantageous.
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily rates of £95 - £110, depending on experience.
• Flexible work opportunities across a variety of primary schools in Leicester.
• Ongoing support and professional development from Aspire People.
• A welcoming and supportive team dedicated to helping you succeed.

If you are passionate about making a difference in children's education and would like to join Aspire People, apply today to start your journey as a valued Teaching Assistant in Leicester.

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.