Teaching Assistant


Company:	eTeach UK Limited
Salary:	£19,728
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	Leicester, LE5 5FS
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	15 Sept 2026
Closing date:	25 Sept 2026

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Summary

Coleman Primary School currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a SEN Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.Job overviewYou’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met.Job requirements• A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths.• Teaching Assistant qualification desirable.• Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes.• Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff.• Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of students.• Ability to command respect and work with authority within the school behaviour expectations.• Experience of working with children with challenging behaviours is desirable, however training will be given if successfully appointed.What we can offer you:• Fixed Term role.• Salary: Grade 3 SCP 5.• Hours: term time only, 8.30am-3.30pm, plus 5 INSET days pro-rated throughout the year.• The opportunity to work with motivated and friendly children.• A dedicated and friendly team of professionals who are keen to develop and learn.• CPD opportunities to grow and develop through mentorship and coaching.THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL: • Be committed to the safeguarding of all children• Enjoy working with children; motivating and enthusing them• Have a calming and caring manner• Have experience of supporting children with SEND in their learning• Be committed to raising standards for all groups of children• Have excellent communication skills• Be able to show initiative• Be able to work as part of our team; flexible and adaptable• Be first aid trained/willing to undertake first aid trainingInterviews to be held on Wednesday 30th September.We reserve the right to close the vacancy early should we receive a high number of suitable candidates.

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