Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistants Wanted!

Full-Time & Part-Time Opportunities Available

Location: Maidstone & nearby areas
Start: Immediate start available
Contract: Flexible – short-term, long-term & temp-to-perm
Pay: £93–£110 per day (based on experience)
Agency: Teaching Personnel

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Do you enjoy working with children and want to play a meaningful role in their development? We’re currently seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to support a range of primary schools across Maidstone.

These roles offer a fantastic opportunity to step into the classroom, build hands-on experience, and contribute to a positive learning environment—whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your skill set.

What You’ll Be Doing

While many placements will involve supporting the whole class, you may also:

• Work closely with individual pupils or small groups
• Provide tailored support for children with additional needs such as autism, ADHD, or speech and language challenges
• Help create an engaging and inclusive classroom atmosphere
• Assist teachers with daily activities and lesson delivery

Who This Role Suits

We’re keen to hear from:

• Individuals with experience working with children (schools, childcare, tutoring, youth work, etc.)
• Graduates exploring a future in education or teacher training
• People who are adaptable, patient, and genuinely motivated to help children succeed
• Those with experience supporting SEND (professionally or personally)

Why Join Us?

• ✔ Weekly pay through PAYE – no hidden deductions
• ✔ Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• ✔ A dedicated consultant to guide and support you
• ✔ Exposure to a variety of local schools and settings
• ✔ Flexible working options to suit your schedule

Ready to Get Started?

Whether you’re looking for consistent full-time work or flexible part-time hours, this is your chance to gain valuable experience and make a real impact in local schools.

Submit your CV today and take your first (or next) step into education with Teaching Personnel.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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