- Posted 21 August 2026
- Salary PAYE
- LocationMaidstone
- Job type Day-to-Day Supply
- DisciplinePrimary
- ReferenceJHB-KEN-001_1787302702
Teaching Assistant
Job description
Teaching Assistant - Maidstone
Location: Maidstone
Role: Teaching Assistant
Phase: Primary
Pay: Competitive, based on experience and responsibilities
Simply Education are looking for enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to support primary schools across Maidstone.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working with children, supporting their learning and helping them to develop both academically and personally.
The Role
Supporting the class teacher with the day-to-day running of the classroom
Working with pupils on a 1:1 and small-group basis
Supporting children with their learning and development
Helping to prepare and organise classroom resources
Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
Providing additional support to pupils who may need extra guidance
Working closely with teachers and other support staff
The Ideal Candidate
Previous experience working with children in a primary school setting
A patient, caring and positive approach
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Able to support pupils across different year groups
Reliable, flexible and able to work as part of a team
Experience working with SEND pupils would be beneficial
An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one
Why Simply Education?
Competitive daily rates based on experience and responsibilities
Flexible opportunities across primary schools in Maidstone
Dedicated consultant support
Access to a wide range of local schools
Opportunities for both short-term and longer-term positions
The flexibility to find work that suits your availability
If you're an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for your next opportunity in Maidstone, we'd love to hear from you.