Student Teacher

Student Teacher / Education Student - Paid School Opportunities
September 2026 Part-Time & Flexible Work Aspire People

Still studying to become a teacher but looking for paid experience in schools?

Aspire People are recruiting student teachers and education students who want to gain additional experience working in primary schools alongside their studies.

If you're currently completing your teacher training, studying an education-related course, or preparing to gain QTS, working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant or HLTA can be a fantastic way to gain further practical experience outside of your placements.

You can let us know your availability and we'll look for opportunities that work around your studies.

Opportunities Could Include:

Teaching Assistant work
Learning Support Assistant positions
1:1 pupil support
Small-group interventions
Reading and phonics support
Classroom assistance
PPA and intervention support
HLTA-style opportunities where experience allows
Daily, short-term and part-time work

This Could Be Ideal If You Want To:

Gain more experience working with children
Build confidence outside of your teaching placements
Experience different primary schools
Develop your classroom management skills
Gain additional SEND experience
Understand different school environments and teaching approaches
Earn money alongside your studies
Build relationships with schools ahead of gaining QTS

We're Looking For:

Students currently studying towards teaching/QTS or a related education qualification
Previous experience working with children
Strong communication skills
Reliable and professional approach
Genuine passion for education
Commitment to safeguarding
Flexibility around school and university commitments

Why Aspire People?

Flexible opportunities around your studies
Gain valuable classroom experience
Work across EYFS, KS1 and KS2
Daily, part-time and longer-term opportunities
Potential to build relationships with schools before qualifying
Dedicated consultant support
Opportunities to develop your education career

You don't have to wait until you've gained QTS to start building your experience.

If you're currently studying and want to gain paid experience in schools around your studies, contact Aspire People today and let us know your availability.

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.