Primary Teaching Assistant

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

Job summary

An education agency in Leicester is seeking enthusiastic Primary School Teaching Assistants to support children's learning and development. Responsibilities include assisting teachers, working with pupils, and preparing teaching materials. Ideal candidates have relevant experience and skills to foster an inclusive learning environment, with competitive daily rates and ongoing support offered.

Benefits

Competitive daily rates

Flexible work opportunities

Ongoing support and professional development

Qualifications

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant in a primary setting (desirable).
• An enhanced DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain one.

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.

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.