Teaching Assistant

Simply Education Ltd; Sittingbourne; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay £89-£100

Flexible work across multiple schools

CPD and training opportunities

Dedicated local consultant

Job summary

Simply Education Ltd is seeking Teaching Assistants for primary schools in Sittingbourne, Kent. You will support teachers, work with pupils individually or in small groups, and help maintain a positive classroom environment. DBS on Update Service is preferred, or candidates willing to obtain one.

Competitive daily pay (£89-£100) and flexible work across multiple schools are offered, with opportunities to gain CPD and ongoing support from a local consultant.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in a UK primary school is desirable.
• Experience supporting children with SEND is beneficial.
• Positive, patient and proactive approach to supporting children's learning.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility to work in different primary schools across Sittingbourne.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to enhance learning and development.
• Help create a positive, safe and stimulating classroom environment.
• Provide additional support for pupils with SEND where required.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.
• Be flexible and adaptable to work across different year groups and school settings.

Skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactive attitude

Education

DBS Update Service

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Primary Schools

Location: Sittingbourne, Kent

Pay: £89 - £100 per day (depending on experience and responsibilities)

Start Date: September 2026

Are you a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding role in primary education? Simply Education is working with a number of welcoming primary schools across Sittingbourne that are seeking reliable and passionate Teaching Assistants to support pupils and class teachers from September.

Whether you have experience supporting whole-class learning, working one-to-one, or assisting pupils with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.

The Role

• Support the class teacher in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons.


• Work with individual pupils and small groups to enhance learning and development.


• Help create a positive, safe and stimulating classroom environment.


• Provide additional support for pupils with SEND where required.


• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.


• Be flexible and adaptable to work across different year groups and school settings.

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience working in a UK primary school is desirable.


• Experience supporting children with SEND is beneficial.


• A positive, patient and proactive approach to supporting children's learning.


• Strong communication and teamwork skills.


• Flexibility to work in different primary schools across Sittingbourne.


• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one.

What We Offer

• Competitive daily pay of £89 - £100, depending on experience and responsibilities.


• Flexible work to suit your availability.


• Opportunities to work in a variety of friendly and supportive primary schools across Sittingbourne.


• Dedicated support from your local Simply Education consultant.


• Access to ongoing CPD and training opportunities.

If you're looking for a new opportunity to make a real difference in primary schools across Sittingbourne, we'd love to hear from you.