Teaching Assistant

Flexible Primary Teaching Assistant Work – Medway & Surrounding Areas

Teaching Personnel is recruiting enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Medway and surrounding areas. This is an ideal opportunity for those who enjoy working with children and want the flexibility of choosing when they work, without the commitment of a permanent role.

Many of our partner schools require regular Teaching Assistant support, offering consistent opportunities for candidates looking for ongoing classroom work while allowing you to work around your own availability. Whether you are looking for a few days a week, additional experience, or regular supply work, we can help find a role that suits you.

You will support pupils with their learning, development, and wellbeing while working alongside teachers and school staff in a variety of welcoming primary school settings.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role.

• Flexible Teaching Assistant supply work across Maidstone and surrounding areas.
• Regular opportunities available with local primary schools.
• Choose the days you are available to work.
• Suitable for those seeking part‑time, ongoing, or flexible classroom experience.
• Enhanced Child Workforce DBS required (or willingness to apply).
• Driving licence desirable but not essential.

• A caring and positive approach when working with children.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Confidence supporting pupils in a classroom environment.
• Adaptability and the ability to build relationships quickly.
• A reliable and proactive attitude.
• A genuine interest in children's learning and development.
• Graduates are encouraged to apply, particularly those who have studied Psychology, Childcare, Education, Health & Social Care, or related subjects, and are looking to gain valuable experience within a primary school setting.

The role is flexible and rewarding, allowing you to work around your lifestyle while gaining experience and making a difference in local schools. All pay rates quoted include 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position; in some cases, the option to make the 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', which may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all 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 is provided.

We are an equal opportunities employer and are committed to providing a fair and accessible recruitment process for all candidates.