SEN Teaching Assistant (PRIMARY)

Aspire People; Leicester; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Flexible hours

Long-term placements

CPD & training access

Dedicated consultant support

Efficient registration process

Job summary

Aspire People is recruiting SEN Teaching Assistants to work across primary schools in Leicester from September. The role offers full-time or part-time hours (8:30am-3:30pm) within term-time schedule, providing one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with SEN.

You will assist teachers, foster inclusive learning, and help develop pupils’ academic, social and emotional skills in a supportive classroom environment. DBS checks and eligibility to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working in a UK primary school or nursery (essential).
• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.
• Availability to work school hours (8:30am-3:30pm).
• A caring, patient and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Support class teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Encourage pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Help create a safe, positive and nurturing classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, teachers and parents.
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each child.

Skills

One-to-one support

Small-group support

Classroom support

Communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Job description

SEN Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools

Location: Leicester

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-Time or Part-Time (Applicants must be available to work school hours, 8:30am - 3:30pm) | Term Time Only

Are you passionate about supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN)?

Aspire People is currently recruiting experienced SEN Teaching Assistants to work across a range of welcoming and supportive primary schools in Leicester from September.

Whether you're looking for full-time or part-time work, we have opportunities to suit your availability, provided you can work school hours (8:30am-3:30pm).

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support for pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs.
• Support class teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Encourage pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Help create a safe, positive and nurturing classroom environment.
• Build strong relationships with pupils, teachers and parents.
• Adapt your approach to meet the individual needs of each child.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a UK primary school or nursery (essential).
• Experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs is desirable.
• Availability to work school hours (8:30am-3:30pm).
• A caring, patient and proactive approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• The right to work in the UK.
• An enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or be willing to obtain one.

Why Join Aspire People?

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities.
• Long-term, short-term and day-to-day assignments.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and training opportunities.
• A simple and efficient registration process.

Compliance & Safety

Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.