Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Leicester

Location:

Leicester
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time (Flexible opportunities available)
Salary:
Competitive, dependent on experience

As a Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside teachers to support pupils in the classroom, provide one-to-one and small group interventions, and help create an engaging and inclusive learning environment.

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) OR previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable, or a willingness to obtain one.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• A caring, patient, and positive attitude.
• The ability to support pupils with a range of learning needs.
• A good understanding of safeguarding and child protection procedures.

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons.
• Provide one-to-one and small group support to pupils.
• Assist in preparing classroom resources and activities.
• Promote positive behaviour and encourage pupil engagement.
• Support pupils with additional needs where required.
• Help maintain a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment.

• Competitive rates of pay.
• Weekly pay.
• Flexible working opportunities to suit your availability.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• A friendly and supportive recruitment team.
• Opportunities for long-term, short-term, and permanent placements.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.

Successful applicants will be subject to satisfactory references, an Enhanced DBS check (if required), and compliance with safeguarding and safer recruitment procedures.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.