Teaching Assistant

Supply Desk; Folkestone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A trusted education agency is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support children's learning in a primary school in Folkestone starting September 2025. This role includes working closely with teachers and pupils, fostering a positive classroom environment, and requires a caring attitude and communication skills.

Benefits

Weekly pay and competitive rates

Ongoing guidance and local placements

Qualifications

• Experience working with children in a school setting.
• Confidence to work across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 as needed.
• Valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

Responsibilities

• Supporting the class teacher across day-to-day activities.
• Working 1:1 or with small groups of pupils to reinforce learning.
• Assisting with classroom prep, behaviour support, and pupil wellbeing.

Skills

Communication

Proactive attitude

Job description

Ready to Make a Real Difference in the Classroom? Join Us as a Teaching Assistant in Folkestone This September!
If you're passionate about supporting children’s learning and want a rewarding role in a primary school setting, we want to hear from you.

We’re a trusted education agency working closely with a welcoming primary school in Folkestone, and we’re currently recruiting an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their team from September 2025.

• Supporting the class teacher across day-to-day activities

• Working 1:1 or with small groups of pupils to reinforce learning

• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and engaging classroom environment

• Assisting with classroom prep, behaviour support, and pupil wellbeing

• Experience working with children in a school setting

• A caring, proactive attitude and strong communication skills

• Confidence to work across EYFS, KS1 or KS2 as needed

• A valid DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)

• A supportive agency that genuinely values your contribution

• Weekly pay and competitive rates

• Ongoing guidance and local placements that match your preferences

Whether you’re an experienced Teaching Assistant or just starting your career in education, this is a brilliant opportunity to gain experience and make a lasting impact.

Apply now to secure your role for September – we’d love to hear from you!

Visit www.supplydesk.co.uk for our list of vacancies in the Kent area.

Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS(formerly CRB) check and be on the update service, which must be maintained throughout the period of employment and meet Safer Recruitment standards.

Supply Deskare REC Gold Standard regulated putting us in the top 10% of agencies in the UK!

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