Primary Teaching Assistant

Aspire People; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 12,398 - 16,531; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Weekly pay

Flexible opportunities

Training & development

Supportive team

Placement options

Consultant support

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant in Leicester to support teachers and pupils in a dynamic classroom environment. You will provide one-to-one and small-group support, help prepare resources, and promote inclusive learning. The role offers flexible part-time or full-time hours with competitive pay and ongoing training.

Essential requirements include an Level 3 TA qualification (or equivalent) and strong safeguarding awareness. DBS checks are desirable.

Qualifications

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) or previous TA experience.
• DBS on Update Service is desirable, or willingness to obtain one.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, patient and positive attitude.
• Ability to support pupils with a range of learning needs.
• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Assist in preparing classroom resources and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.
• Support pupils with additional needs where required.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Caring attitude

Safeguarding knowledge

Education

Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Leicester

Location: Leicester
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible opportunities available)
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers to support pupils in the classroom, provide one-to-one and small group interventions, and help create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.

Essential Requirements

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) OR previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable, or a willingness to obtain one.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• The ability to support pupils with a range of learning needs.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Assist in preparing classroom resources and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.
• Support pupils with additional needs where required.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

What We Offer

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A friendly and supportive recruitment team.
• Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and permanent placements.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check (if required), and compliance with safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures.

We are 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.