Job Title: Teaching Assistant – Non-Teaching Support
Location: Maidstone, Kent
Salary: Dependent on experience
Contract Type: Full-time, Long-term
Start Date: ASAP

About the School

A fantastic and welcoming primary school in Maidstone is looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant to join its dedicated support team.

The successful candidate will work alongside classroom staff to support pupils with their learning, development and day-to-day needs. The school is looking for someone patient, reliable and experienced within a primary school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting pupils during classroom activities.

• Working with individual pupils and small groups.

• Reinforcing learning activities set by teaching staff.

• Helping pupils remain focused and engaged.

• Supporting pupils with additional learning needs.

• Preparing classroom resources and materials.

• Assisting with reading, writing and numeracy activities.

• Supporting positive behaviour strategies.

• Encouraging pupil independence and confidence.

• Supervising pupils during break and lunch periods.

• Maintaining a safe and inclusive learning environment.

• Communicating relevant pupil information to teaching staff.

Requirements

• Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant within a school is essential.

• Previous primary school experience.

• Strong understanding of classroom support.

• Patient, calm and encouraging approach.

• Good communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively as part of a school team.

• Enhanced DBS or willingness to obtain one.

How to Apply

Candidates with previous school-based Teaching Assistant experience should submit an up-to-date CV outlining their classroom experience, year groups supported and relevant responsibilities.

Suitable candidates will be contacted promptly.