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Experienced Teaching Assistants; qualified or unqualified

Posted: 24-02-2026
Category: Teaching Assistants
Location: Leicester
Type: Full-time / Temporary
Salary: £80 - £105 per day

Teaching Assistants - Leicester
Do you have experience of supporting pupils in a primary or secondary school as a TA or LSA?

Or do you have experience of supporting young people in a different setting?

Would you like to work in a Leicester school as a teaching assistant now the new academic year has started?

Are you passionate about ensuring all young people recieve a high standard of education and pastoral support in schools?

Smile Education are looking for experienced Teaching Assistants in Leicester and Market Harborough for long term and short term roles from September.

We are looking for anyone who has experience working with children in an education or residential setting.

Ideally you will have knowledge of the relevant national curriculum/experience of support in a mainstream or SEN classroom. An NVQ is advantageous but not required.

If you feel you could step into this role please get in touch.We have roles both full and part time in a range of lovely Leicester schools.

Please apply online or email a cv to Patrick@smile-education.co.uk - 0116 507 1692
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We are committed to safeguarding children. Each applicant will be expected to undertake compliance checks including Prohibited list, Barred list, DBS and Qualifications.

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