SEND Teaching Assistant

Confidential; Leicester Forest East; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Teachers are seeking a proactive Teaching Assistant for roles in Loughborough and surrounding Leicestershire schools. You will support SEN, 1:1 and EYFS pupils, helping with small groups and individual tasks in line with teachers’ plans.

Ideal candidates hold Level 2 or higher TA qualification, have school experience, and can adapt quickly to different classroom needs. We offer flexible bank placements with reliable support and competitive rates.

Qualifications

• Level 2 or above childcare or TA qualification.
• Experience working within schools.
• Be confident with the curriculum.
• Hold a relevant qualification.
• Provide quality support to teachers and to pupils.
• Be able to carry out small group work and work with individuals under the teachers planning provided.
• Have the ability to think on your feet.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality support to teachers and to pupils.
• Carry out small group work and work with individuals under the teachers planning provided.

Skills

TA qualification

School experience

Curriculum confidence

Relevant qualification

Small group work

Independent worker

Education

Level 2 TA qualification

Job description

Teaching Assistant Loughborough, Leicestershire – SEN / 1:1 / EYFS

Immediate start – December 2025

We have been working with schools in the Loughborough areas for over 10 years and have an excellent relationship with many locations. We have recently placed Teaching Assistants into the schools, and they all have very positive things to say about their time there. The schools have a good reputation and we are looking to expand our bank of excellent teaching assistants to supply these schools with quality flexible TA’s.

We are looking for a bank of excellent Primary School Teaching Assistants who want a new challenge and want to be part of a strong team in our local schools in your area.

• Level 2 or above childcare or TA qualification
• Have experience working within schools.
• Be confident with the curriculum.
• Hold a relevant qualification.
• Provide quality support to teachers and to pupils.
• Be able to carry out small group work and work with individuals under the teachers planning provided.
• Have the ability to think on your feet.

We can offer very good rates of pay and we will be available 24/7 for you should you need help with anything.