Teaching Assistant

Position: Teaching Assistant
Location: Secondary Schools across Leicester
Contract Type: Ad-hoc (Flexible Hours)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience

About the Role:
Are you passionate about supporting students in their learning journey? Do you have experience working as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant? We are currently seeking dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistants to work across secondary schools in Leicester. This is an exciting opportunity to join a team of professionals and provide essential support to students, helping them to reach their full potential.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide 1:1 support to students with additional learning needs.

• Assist in delivering small group sessions to reinforce learning.

• Support classroom teachers in managing lessons and maintaining a positive learning environment.

• Adapt and modify resources to meet the individual needs of students.

• Help with the development of learning strategies to support student progress.

• Work with students with diverse needs, including those with learning difficulties, emotional support needs, and behavioral challenges.

Key Requirements:

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant or Learning Support Assistant (essential).

• A good understanding of the secondary school curriculum.

• Ability to build positive relationships with students and staff.

• Strong communication skills.

• Patience, empathy, and a passion for helping students succeed.

• A proactive and flexible approach to supporting students in different educational settings.

Why Join Us?

• Flexible working hours across various schools in Leicester.

• Opportunity to make a real difference in students’ lives.

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.

• Competitive pay, with opportunities to gain valuable experience in different educational settings.

ABC Teachers is a market-leading education recruitment and supply agency committed to the learning and development of young people. With branches across the country, we are an employer of choice for high-quality primary, secondary and SEND teaching and support staff.

• Excellent daily rates paid weekly by our in-house Payroll team using the Pay As You Earn (PAYE) system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability and qualifying criteria).
• Pension contributions (subject to a qualifying period).
• Full compliance with AWR (Agency Workers’ Regulations), to make sure you get the pay and working conditions you are entitled to.
• FREE training to help with your professional development such as Team Teach training, online webinars and safeguarding and child protection updates.
• Generous refer a friend or colleague bonus scheme.
• Access to a dedicated consultant, who will provide ongoing support.

ABC Teachers do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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