Teaching Assistant – SEN – Highfields, Leicester

TN United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to join their team in Highfields, Leicester. This full-time role offers the opportunity to make a positive impact on children's lives, providing well-being and intervention support to EYFS and KS1 children. You will collaborate with teachers and the SENCO to deliver engaging educational activities and foster strong relationships within the school community. This position is perfect for individuals passionate about education and eager to inspire young minds. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will truly matter.

Benefits

Free CPD

Access to Skills Network

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programme

Discounts on high street shops

Health & Wellbeing portal

Qualifications

• L2/L3 or Degree qualified in a child workforce-related qualification.
• Experience in supporting children in educational settings.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of planned, structured sessions.
• Deliver intervention groups linked to Active Phonics.
• Build relationships with children and school staff.

Skills

Child Development

Communication Skills

Class Management

Intervention Strategies

Education

Level 2/3 Qualification in Child Workforce

Degree in Education or Related Field

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28.04.2025

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LSA Teaching Assistant – Highfields, Leicester City

Full-time

Aug 2024

Leicester City (5 mins from train station)

We are recruiting enthusiastic, passionate, and motivated Teaching Assistants to join our growing team on a FULL TIME and PART TIME basis from September 2024 in a lovely local primary school in Highfields.

• Do YOU want to make a positive difference to children’s lives every day?
• Do YOU want to step into primary school teaching and education?

The role is to provide quality Well-being, Intervention to children EYFS or KS1 children in our partnering primary school and alternative provision.

You will work closely with the SENCO to provide general support and 1:1 support with teachers within the school. You will look to build instant rapport with children and professional relationships with the school staff.

You will also support planning and delivering fun education, activities, and creative play.

The ideal candidate for this role will be able to build relationships with schools.

PURPOSE OF THE ROLE:

• Make a positive difference to children’s lives every day
• Plan, deliver, and monitor tailored activities
• Develop new ideas to engage, inspire, motivate, and empower all children

MAIN DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Support the delivery of planned, structured sessions
• Understand the importance of outstanding class management
• Deliver intervention groups linked to Active Phonics and 1:1 work

You will need to be L2/L3 or Degree qualified in a child workforce-related qualification or similar.

We look forward to hearing from you!

All levels of experience considered.

T 0116 2776400

At Career Teachers, we are fully compliant with Agency Worker Regulations, ensuring you receive equal treatment for pay and conditions after a 12-week qualifying period. Please ask for further details.

All quoted rates are inclusive of 12.07% holiday pay.

Benefits of working with Career Teachers:

Free CPD

Access to Skills Network

Refer a friend scheme

Recognition programme

Affinity Extra – discounts on high street shops, coffee, cinemas, and more, plus a Health & Wellbeing portal.

These benefits are available to those working with Career Teachers. You will gain access once you start working with us.

Important Notice: To be successful in applying, you should be eligible to work in the UK or hold a relevant work visa. Safeguarding, quality, and integrity are core values. During the application process, you will need to:

• Attend an in-person interview
• Provide details for reference checks
• Provide an Enhanced DBS disclosure

We are committed to safeguarding children and young people. We aim to respond within three working days. If you do not hear back, your application was unsuccessful. Please consider applying for other roles. Career Teachers advertises this vacancy on behalf of our client.