SEN Teaching Assistant – Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities

**Location:** Leicestershire **Working Hours:** Monday to Friday, 08:30 – 15:30 (School Hours)

Are you an experienced SEN Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity? We are currently recruiting dedicated and compassionate individuals to support children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) in schools across Leicestershire.

We have both full-time and part-time positions available, offering rewarding opportunities to make a real difference in the lives of young people.

## The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of additional needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential. You may be supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or within small groups, working closely with teaching staff to deliver high-quality support.

## Responsibilities

* Provide one-to-one and small group support for pupils with Special Educational Needs. * Support children with a range of needs, including Autism (ASC), ADHD, Speech and Language needs, and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. * Implement individual learning and behaviour support strategies. * Encourage positive behaviour and emotional wellbeing. * Work collaboratively with teachers and other school staff to support pupil progress. * Help create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

## Essential Requirements

* **Previous experience supporting children or young people with Special Educational Needs is essential.** * A strong understanding of a range of SEN needs and effective support strategies. * Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. * A patient, caring and resilient approach. * Ability to work school hours, Monday to Friday, 08:30-15:30. * An enhanced DBS on the Update Service is desirable (or willingness to obtain one).

## What We Offer

* Full-time and part-time opportunities available. * Competitive rates of pay. * Flexible assignments across schools in Leicestershire. * Ongoing support from a dedicated recruitment consultant. * Opportunities for long-term and permanent placements. * A rewarding role where you can make a genuine difference every day.

If you have previous experience supporting pupils with SEN and are passionate about helping children achieve their potential, we'd love to hear from you.

**Apply today to join our team and support schools across Leicestershire.**

Who are Aspire People? Aspire People is the UK's fastest growing education recruitment agency and we specialise in providing teaching and support staff to schools across the Midlands and surrounding regions. We focus on delivering high-quality service to all candidates and clients, working closely with primary, secondary, and SEN schools to match them with qualified professionals, including teachers, teaching assistants, and administrative staff. We are fully commitment to safeguarding and have built a strong reputation for reliability, expertise, and a people-first approach in the education sector. Why join Aspire People? * Dedicated consultant who will support you every step of the way * Opportunities to gain experience across a range of local settings * Contracts to suit you! We specialise in permanent, long-term, short-term, and day-to-day roles. * Competitive pay with multiple payment options * Refer a friend scheme which can earn £100-£250 per person * Access to free CPD and training opportunities Next Steps Get in touch with an up to date CV! Simple. For any questions or queries please contact Harvey on or

Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.