Student Teaching Assistants

Job Description:

Student Opportunities in Education – Flexible Work Available

Are you a student looking to gain valuable experience in the education sector? Teaching Personnel is offering flexible opportunities to work in schools across Leicestershire.

We have a range of hourly and daily bookings available that can fit around your studies. Typical school hours are 8:00am – 3:30pm, with additional opportunities in breakfast clubs and after-school clubs.

What we’re looking for:

• A proactive attitude and willingness to use your initiative
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build relationships
• A genuine interest in working with children and young people

No prior experience is required - we’re looking for the right attitude and enthusiasm to learn.

The role:

• Supporting students in primary, secondary, and SEND schools
• Opportunities for 1:1 support roles, including working with children with SEND
• Gaining hands-on classroom experience

Flexibility & location:

• Work available across Leicestershire (access to transport is beneficial)
• Manage your bookings through our TP App, where you can receive updates and keep your availability up to date
• We may also contact you via phone or email with opportunities

This is a fantastic chance to gain practical experience, build your confidence, and explore a future career in education.

Apply today and start making a difference in local schools.

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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