Teaching Assistant, Kent

  • Location: Kent
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Salary: £14 - 17 per hour
  • Start date: As soon as possible
  • Job Type: Temporary
  • Sector: Primary Education
  • Posted:

Job Description

Teaching Assistant – Flexible Work Available – Ashford, Kent

Location: Ashford, Kent
Pay: £14–£17 per hour | £91–£110 per day
Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Ongoing | Full-Time or Part-Time

Are you passionate about making a real difference in the lives of children with Special Educational Needs? Do you have a calm, compassionate approach and a desire to support young learners in a nurturing school environment?

We’re looking for dedicated Teaching Assistants to join our network of schools across Canterbury and surrounding areas.

About the role:

  • Flexible working to suit your schedule – full-time or part-time options available!
  • Choice of short-term or long-term placements – pick what works best for you.
  • Variety of school settings – gain experience and develop your skills.
  • Consistent work opportunities – we’re partnered with multiple schools and trusts across Kent.
  • Access to ongoing CPD training to support your professional growth.

About You:

  • Experience working with children (in schools or similar settings)
  • A calm, patient, and empathetic manner
  • Excellent communication and teamwork skills
  • Understanding of safeguarding procedures
  • Relevant qualifications (e.g. CACHE Level 2/3) are a bonus – but not essential

Whether you’re an experienced TA or looking to build your career in education, we would love to hear from you!

What New Directions Education Ltd offers:

  • A dedicated and expert Account Manager
  • Regular and varied supply work
  • Competitive rates of pay
  • Potential long-term teaching roles
  • Full compliance with the Agency Workers Regulation (AWR)
  • A network of branches across the UK
  • Preferred supplier to more than 20 boroughs across the UK
  • Recommend-a-friend scheme
  • Respected reputation across the education and recruitment industry

New Directions Education Ltd is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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