SEN Teaching Assistant – Leicester

Company: Aspire People
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Location: Leicester
Job Description:

SEN Teaching Assistant

Location: Leicester

Agency: Aspire People

Pay: £95 – £110 per day (dependent on experience)

Aspire People are currently recruiting a dedicated and compassionate SEN Teaching Assistant to work in schools across Leicester. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and helping them reach their full potential.

The role

  • Supporting pupils with a range of Special Educational Needs (SEN), including ASD, ADHD, SEMH, and learning difficulties.
  • Working 1:1 or in small groups to support learning and emotional development.
  • Assisting the class teacher with lesson delivery and classroom management.
  • Creating a safe, nurturing, and inclusive learning environment.
  • Supporting pupils with personal care where required (depending on the setting).

The ideal candidate will

  • Have previous experience working with children with SEN (school-based experience preferred).
  • Be patient, empathetic, and resilient.
  • Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Hold (or be willing to obtain) an enhanced DBS on the update service.
  • Be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
  • What Aspire People offer

    • Competitive daily pay of £95 – £110, depending on experience.
    • Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.
    • Access to training and CPD opportunities.
    • Opportunities for both short-term and long-term placements.

    Apply today with Aspire People to make a real difference in the classroom.

    Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is 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.

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Posted: June 1st, 2026