Primary & SEND Teaching Assistants - Maidstone & Surrounding Areas

Are you looking to make a real impact in local Maidstone schools—whether in a mainstream primary classroom or a dedicated SEND setting?

Details:

Location: Maidstone & surrounding areas, Kent
Pay: £85-£110 per day
Days: Full-time, 5 days per week
Contract: Long-term with temp-to-perm opportunities
Start Date: January

Teaching Personnel is hiring enthusiastic Primary and SEND Teaching Assistants for schools across Maidstone and the wider Kent area. We have a range of January start roles in both mainstream primary schools and SEND provisions, supporting pupils with a variety of additional needs.

Whether you're looking for a role as a general TA, 1:1 support, or within a dedicated SEND school, we can help place you somewhere that suits your strengths and career goals.

About the Roles

Positions in SEND settings supporting Autism, SEMH, MLD, SLD and other additional needs
Opportunities in mainstream primary schools (classroom support & 1:1 roles)
Long-term roles available immediately for January starts
Supportive, welcoming school environments
Weekly pay and consistent working hours

We're Looking For

Caring, proactive individuals who enjoy supporting young learners
Experience in SEND or primary support (preferred, not essential)
Strong communication skills and a positive attitude
People who can build rapport and encourage pupil progress

Why Teaching Personnel?

25+ years supporting UK schools
A dedicated local consultant for ongoing guidance
Access to free CPD and training courses
Weekly, reliable PAYE pay
Strong relationships with a wide network of Kent schools

Kickstart the new year with a rewarding school role.
Apply today with Teaching Personnel to secure your January placement!

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.

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