Job Description

We are looking for for an enthusiastic, inspiring and versatile Teaching Assistant, who will work to support teaching and learning, providing general and specific assistance to pupils and staff under the direction, guidance and supervision of the class teacher. This role presents an opportunity to motivate young people to develop confidence in their own independent learning and resilience.


Ideally candidates will have strong organisational and interpersonal skills, the ability to work to deadlines, as well as excellent attention to detail. Experience of working in school, with primary aged children or holding a First Aid Certificate could be an advantage. Our Teaching Assistant will be passionate about pupil's learning and well-being and is committed to working full-time during term time plus INSET days (35 weeks per academic year). This is a fixed term contract until August 2026.


Our Teaching Assistant must

Have an NVQ Level 3 qualification Possess excellent communication skills with the ability to manage staff, parent and pupil relationshipsPossess t Possess the ability and commitment to work creatively to ensure that children develop as happy, motivated, independent learners Be committed to childrens social, academic, emotional and physical development Have an understanding of safeguarding Have the Right to Work in the UK.

Please check the for more details about the role and working within our school.

A brief snapshot of LGS Stoneygate

There is much more to LGS Stoneygate than our academic curriculum. Small class sizes mean close attention to suit the needs of all pupils and space to learn and grow on our forty acre campus. Our close-knit community is one in which everyone is known as an individual, yet one where everyone plays their part to enable us to field successful sports teams, play together in orchestras and stage drama productions.


We welcome pupils with a broad range of abilities and aims to give each child a well-rounded education blending notable academic achievement with excellence in each childs individually-discovered talents.

Applying to be Teaching Assistant

If you are interested in applying, you are advised to apply early as we reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than the specified deadline, if a suitable candidate is found.


The closing date for applications is Monday 8 September, 9:00am.


Please note that tours of the school form part of the interview schedule for short-listed candidates. Also, references will be obtained prior to interview.


Leicester Grammar School Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and this is reflected in our recruitment procedures.