Secondary Teaching Assistant. Job in Leicester Education & Training Jobs

Education Personnel; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational service provider is seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant in Leicester to provide support to students starting September 2025. This full-time position requires a Level 2 or Level 3 qualification, along with experience in educational settings. Candidates should have excellent communication skills and a passion for child development. The pay rate ranges from £80 to £100 per day depending on experience.

Benefits

Day-to-day supply

Long-term assignments

Permanent positions

Support for achieving career goals

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Strong ability to support students with special educational needs (SEN).
• A genuine passion for education and child development.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students.
• Assist in preparing classroom materials and creating a stimulating learning environment.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive atmosphere.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Patience

Creativity

Proactive attitude

Education

Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Secondary Teaching Assistant - Join Our Team in Leicester!

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a passion for helping children learn? We are seeking a Secondary Teaching Assistant to join our team in Leicester, starting this September. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our students and to become part of a supportive and friendly school community.

Location: Leicester

Contract Type: Full-Time
Start Date: September 2025
Pay Rate: £80-100 per day (dependent on experience and responsibilities)
Qualification: Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-on-one and small group support to students.
• Assist in preparing classroom materials and creating a stimulating learning environment.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and promote a positive atmosphere.
• Support students with special educational needs (SEN).

The Ideal Candidate

• A Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification.
• Experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Patience, creativity, and a proactive attitude.
• A genuine passion for education and child development.

Why apply through Education Personnel?

We work with you to find your perfect placement. We do not believe in square pegs and round holes. We take the time to understand your skills, goals, and working preferences to ensure the best fit. Whether you're an experienced teacher looking for a new challenge or just starting your journey in education, we're here to support you.

We offer:

• Day-to-day supply
• Long-term assignments
• Permanent positions
• Full-time (5 days per week)
• Part-time (1 day or more per week)

We aim to be different from the standard teaching agency. Our mission is to help you achieve more and earn more.

We actively support campaigns to increase supply staff rights.

We are currently recruiting across Derbyshire and Nottinghamshire, and we place both qualified and unqualified staff in Secondary, SEND, and mainstream settings.