Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistants & Support Staff Required - Full-Time, Part-Time & Long-Term Opportunities

Teaching Personnel is working closely with a growing number of primary schools across Maidstone, Medway, Dartford, and surrounding areas and is currently recruiting Teaching Assistants, Learning Support Assistants, SEN Support Staff, and Classroom Support Staff for roles available now and for September starts.

We are particularly seeking candidates interested in long-term placements, both full-time and part-time, with opportunities available across EYFS, KS1, and KS2. We also offer flexible day to day supply work for those looking to gain school-based experience or fit work around other commitments.

Opportunities Available

Full time and part-time long-term placements

SEN and classroom support roles

EYFS, KS1, and KS2 opportunities

Day to day supply work for flexibility and experience

Temporary-to-permanent opportunities

Roles available immediately and for September

Working Hours

Most primary school support roles follow standard school hours, typically between 8:30am and 3:30pm/4:00pm. Start and finish times are generally fixed to support pupils throughout the school day, although part-time opportunities are available across selected days of the week.

What Makes a Great Primary Teaching Assistant?

We are looking for individuals who:

Have a genuine passion for supporting children's learning and development

Are patient, caring, and approachable

Can build positive relationships with pupils, staff, and parents

Are adaptable and willing to support across different year groups and abilities

Demonstrate reliability, professionalism, and enthusiasm

Have experience working with children through schools, childcare, coaching, youth work, care settings, or similar environments (desirable but not always essential)

Whether you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or looking to take your first step into education, we would love to hear from you.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

At Teaching Personnel, you will have one dedicated consultant who takes the time to understand your experience, availability, preferences, and career goals.

Your consultant will:

Match you with schools and roles that suit your requirements

Support you throughout the registration and placement process

Provide ongoing advice and guidance

Keep you informed of local opportunities before they are widely advertised

Help you secure long-term and permanent positions where desired

Additional Benefits

Competitive weekly PAYE pay

Access to free and discounted CPD and training courses

Opportunities to gain valuable classroom experience

Flexible work to suit your availability

Long-term and permanent career progression opportunities

Ongoing support from a dedicated education recruitment specialist

If you are looking for a rewarding role within primary education and want to make a positive impact in local schools, apply today to discuss the opportunities available across Maidstone, Medway, Dartford, and the surrounding Kent areas. Roles are available now and for September starts.

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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