Teaching Assistant

Academics Ltd; Brompton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Academics Ltd. is seeking friendly Teaching Assistants to join our network across Medway and the surrounding areas for primary schools.

No extensive classroom experience required; roles involve supporting teachers, working with KS1 and KS2, and helping create a positive, inclusive learning environment.

Candidates with Level 3 TA qualification, or HLTA status, graduates, or those with experience in childcare or healthcare are encouraged to apply; DBS required and driving is preferred.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant experience.
• HLTA qualification welcomed.
• Graduate interested in working in education.
• Experience in schools, childcare, healthcare or social care.

Responsibilities

• Help pupils stay engaged and confident with learning.
• Provide classroom support to teachers and pupils.
• Work with children across KS1 and KS2.
• Support different learning styles and individual needs.
• Be part of a school team and foster a positive classroom atmosphere.

Job description

Ready for Your Next Role in Primary School's?

Teaching Assistants Wanted - Medway & Surrounding Areas

We're on the lookout for friendly, motivated and dependable individuals who would love to make a difference in a primary school setting!

We're currently building our candidate network across Medway and the surrounding areas, ready for a range of new school placements coming up both immediately and in January 2027.

You don't necessarily need years of classroom experience to get involved. We're interested in hearing from a wide range of people, including experienced TAs, HLTAs, graduates and those looking to take their first steps into education.

What Could Your Day Look Like?

• Helping pupils stay engaged and confident with their learning.
• Providing classroom support to teachers and pupils.
• Working with children across KS1 and/or KS2.
• Supporting different learning styles and individual needs.
• Becoming part of a school team and helping create a positive classroom atmosphere.

Could This Be You?

• Hold a Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or have relevant experience.
• Are qualified HLTAs (very welcome to apply!).
• Are graduates interested in working within education.
• Have previous experience in schools, childcare, healthcare or social care.
• Are enthusiastic about helping children develop and reach their potential.

A Few Things to Note

• Location: Medway and surrounding areas.
• Working pattern: Full-time, Monday-Friday.
• Hours: 8:30am-3:30pm.
• Key Stages: KS1 and/or KS2.
• DBS: Must hold a current DBS or be happy to apply for a new one.
• Driving: A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle is preferred.

Why Get in Touch Now?

We're getting ahead of upcoming recruitment needs and want to connect with great candidates before vacancies arise. There may be opportunities to start straight away, as well as further placements expected in the New Year.

Salary will be determined by the successful candidate's qualifications and relevant experience, and will be in accordance with the client's pay policy