Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching Assistant & Wraparound Care Support (Perfect for Students)
Location: Leicester & Surrounding Areas
Pay: £92–£110 per day
Job Type: Flexible, Part-Time / Full-Time Opportunities Available

Are you a university student looking for flexible, rewarding work around your studies?

We are currently recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants and Wraparound Care Support staff to work in primary and secondary schools across Leicester. This is the perfect opportunity to gain hands-on experience in education while earning alongside your studies.

About the Role:

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

Support pupils in the classroom on a 1:1 or small group basis
Assist the class teacher with lesson delivery
Help create a positive and engaging learning environment
As part of our Wraparound Care team, you will:

Supervise children in before-school (7:00–9:00am) and/or after-school clubs (3:00–6:00pm)
Lead fun, engaging activities
Ensure a safe and supportive environment for all children

Why This Role is Perfect for Students:

Flexible working to fit around your university timetable
Choose the days you want to work
Gain valuable experience for careers in teaching, psychology, childcare, or SEN
Opportunity for long-term and permanent roles

What We’re Looking For:

A passion for working with children
A positive, proactive attitude
Strong communication skills
Relevant experience is desirable but not essential

Requirements:

Willingness to apply for an Enhanced DBS (we can support with this)
Right to work in the UK
Availability for at least 2 days per week

About Us:
We are a leading education recruitment agency working closely with schools across the region, providing high-quality staff and ongoing support to our candidates.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.

All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.

Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.

We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.

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