Primary Teaching Assistant

GSL Education Nuneaton, England Jun 30, 2026

Type Full Time
Pay £85 – £100/day
Work Onsite
Contract Temporary

Teaching Assistant focuses on support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.

What the role involves

  • Support lessons, learning activities, behaviour, assessment, or childcare routines according to the role.
  • Work with teachers, children, learners, families, or colleagues to keep progress and safety on track.

Skills and requirements

  • Relevant teaching, classroom, childcare, QTS, SEN, safeguarding, or early-years experience may be required.

Confirmed role details

  • Start Date: Immediate.
  • September starts available.
  • Temporary – Full-time & Part-time.
  • Access to accredited education-relevant CPD courses.

Candidate fit

  • Have experience working with children in a school or similar setting.
  • Be patient, caring, and enthusiastic.
  • Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.

Additional role context

  • GSL Education Leicester are currently recruiting a Primary Teaching Assistant to work across a range of supportive and welcoming primary schools in Leicestershire.
  • The successful Teaching Assistant will be working as part of a friendly and supportive school team, assisting the class teacher in delivering engaging lessons and supporting pupils.
  • Play a key role in helping children overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential.

Known job details

  • Pay: £85 – £100 per day
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