Supply Primary Teacher

Teaching Personnel; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational staffing agency is looking for a proactive Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4–11 in Gillingham. Responsibilities include assisting teachers and providing tailored support to students. Ideal candidates will have experience working with primary-aged children, possess a caring nature, and be adaptable. Flexible working options are available.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Ongoing support and professional development

Qualifications

• Must have experience with children aged 4–11 in a relevant setting.
• Confident, caring, patient, and adaptable nature required.
• Willingness to obtain an enhanced DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Support classroom teachers in creating an inclusive learning environment.
• Assist with individual and group sessions for pupils.
• Provide constructive feedback to teachers.
• Maintain a friendly and professional demeanor.

Skills

Experience working with primary-aged children

Confident and caring nature

Ability to work independently

Job description

Job Title: Day-to-Day Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Gillingham
Employment Type: Flexible (Part-Time or Full-Time)

About Us:

At Teaching Personnel, we are committed to connecting passionate individuals with meaningful roles in education. We are currently seeking a proactive and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support pupils aged 4–11 in local primary schools across Gillingham. If you're someone who thrives in a dynamic classroom environment and enjoys making a difference in children's lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support classroom teachers in creating a safe, inclusive, and engaging learning environment.
• Assist with both whole-class activities and targeted support, including 1:1 and small group sessions.
• Help pupils access the curriculum and reach their full potential through tailored support.
• Provide constructive feedback to teaching staff to aid in lesson planning and student development.
• Maintain a friendly, professional, and approachable attitude with pupils, staff, and parents.
• Demonstrate initiative and a genuine passion for working with children.

Requirements:

• Experience working with primary-aged children (ages 4–11), ideally within a school or childcare setting.
• A confident, caring, and patient nature, with the ability to adapt to different classroom settings.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Must be able to provide references covering the last 24 months.
• An enhanced DBS check registered on the Update Service (or willingness to obtain one through us).

Why Work With Us?

• Flexible working to suit your availability and lifestyle.
• Opportunities to gain experience in a variety of school settings.
• Ongoing support and professional development from our experienced education consultants.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.