Hays Education is looking for a Level 3 Qualified Teaching Assistant or Higher Level Teaching Assistant to join our fabulous team of supply staff in Leicester. We work with excellent Teaching Assistants to provide essential cover support for Primary Schools in and around Leicester. The new addition to our team should be proactive and confident walking into a new school - ideally, they will have undertaken Phonics training and recent experience working with SEND Pupils.

Your new role

In your new job as a Teaching Assistant, you will play a crucial role in nurturing the next generation. From planning and delivering learning activities for individual pupils and groups to assessing and reporting on student progress - a Teaching Assistant provides essential classroom support. In this job, you will work closely with class teachers to support and assess pupils' learning, manage a busy classroom and build relationships with parents and pupils.

What you'll need to succeed

To succeed in this job, you will have a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or Level 4 Higher Level Teaching Assistant qualification. You'll also have experience as a Teaching Assistant in a Primary Education setting - ideally having supported SEN pupils and a strong phonics knowledge base. Most importantly, you'll need to be proactive, energetic and dedicated to nurturing the next generation of learners.

What you'll get in return

• Competitive Pay: We offer competitive rates of pay which fairly reward your hard work
• Flexible Opportunities: Work around your schedule for a better work/life balance, without compromising on commitments
• Professional Development: Access a range of resources to support your career growth including a dedicated consultant
• Exclusive Job Opportunities: Get first access to live job opportunities in Leicestershire
• Weekly Payments: receive weekly payments at competitive rates when you work on supply
• Hays also offers an excellent Refer A Friend scheme worth £350 in high street vouchers

What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.

If this job isn't quite right for you but you are looking for a new job, contact your local Hays office for a confidential discussion on your career.