Teaching Assistant (Primary)

Job description

NOW RECRUITING: Teaching Assistants - Leicester
Agency Opportunities | Long-Term & Day-to-Day Work | Full-Time & Part-Time

Are you a passionate, dedicated, and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are recruiting Teaching Assistants to support a range of schools across Leicester.

Whether you're looking for a long-term placement, flexible day-to-day agency work, or an opportunity to gain experience in different school settings, we would love to hear from you!

What We Offer
Flexible agency work to suit your availability.
Long-term placements offering consistency and the opportunity to build relationships with pupils and school staff.
Day-to-day supply opportunities for those who enjoy variety and flexibility.
Full-time positions preferred, although part-time applicants and those available on selected days will also be considered.
Opportunities to work across a variety of primary and secondary school settings.
The chance to make a positive difference in pupils' learning, confidence, and development.
The Ideal Candidate
Has experience working with children or young people in an educational setting.
Holds a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification or has equivalent experience (desirable, depending on the role).
Has a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development.
Is patient, caring, reliable, and enthusiastic.
Can support pupils with a range of learning abilities and additional needs.
Has strong communication and teamwork skills.
Can follow instructions, use their own initiative, and adapt to different classroom environments.
Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Your Responsibilities
Supporting teachers with the delivery of engaging and effective lessons.
Providing individual and small-group support to help pupils achieve their learning goals.
Helping to maintain a positive, safe, and inclusive classroom environment.
Supporting pupils' social, emotional, and behavioural development.
Assisting with classroom preparation, learning resources, and activities.
Supporting pupils with additional learning needs where required.
Encouraging positive behaviour, participation, and independence.
Working collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to support pupil progress.
Availability
We are particularly interested in candidates available full-time, but we are happy to consider part-time practitioners w...

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Leicester

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

21-10-2026

Profession type

Teaching / Instructors / Guides

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English