Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Aspire People; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Consultant support

CPD and training opportunities

Job summary

Aspire People is currently recruiting experienced Teaching Assistants to support welcoming primary schools in Leicester from September 2026, with placements across term-time schedules. You will work school hours (8:30am–3:30pm), with flexible full-time or part-time opportunities.

You’ll assist teachers, support pupil learning, and help create an inclusive learning environment where pupils can thrive. Competitive rates, dedicated consultant support, and access to CPD are available to successful

Qualifications

• Previous UK primary school or nursery experience is essential.
• Positive, proactive and caring attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Availability to work school hours (8:30am-3:30pm).
• Right to work in the UK; Enhanced DBS on Update Service or willing to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons across the primary age range.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage positive engagement.
• Prepare classroom resources and assist with daily classroom activities.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Skills

Classroom support

Student engagement

Communication skills

Teamwork

Education

Relevant teaching assistant qualification (optional)

Job description

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
Recruiter: Aspire People

Are you an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity?

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

Whether you are 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).

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll play an important role in supporting teachers and helping pupils to thrive in a positive, engaging and inclusive learning environment.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons across the primary age range.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Help manage classroom behaviour and encourage positive engagement.
• Prepare classroom resources and assist with daily classroom activities.
• Support pupils' academic, social and emotional development.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Requirements

• Previous experience working in a UK primary school or nursery (essential).
• A positive, proactive and caring attitude.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Availability to work school hours (8:30am-3:30pm).
• 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.