Early Years Teaching Assistant andndash; Maidstone
Start Date: September 2025
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Until July 2026 andndash; Potential for Permanent Placement)
Location: Maidstone
Pay: andpound;90andndash;andpound;100 per day (depending on experience)

Supply Desk are working in partnership with a small, friendly primary school in Maidstone, who are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years Teaching Assistant to join their Reception team from September 2025. This is a full-time, long-term position with the potential to become permanent, ideal for anyone looking to develop their career in Early Years education.

This role is particularly suited to:

• Level 3 qualified Early Years practitioners
• Graduates in a child or education-related degree, or
• Candidates with experience supporting in Early Years settings

If youandrsquo;re considering training to become a teacher in the future, this school offers an excellent environment to build your classroom experience. With a low staff turnover and a supportive, nurturing team, the school is proud of its warm community feel and commitment to staff development.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work alongside the class teacher in a Reception class, supporting children in their learning and development in line with the EYFS framework
• Provide targeted support to children with a range of needs, including speech and language difficulties, ASD, or other additional needs
• Lead and support small group activities and contribute to the creation of engaging, age-appropriate learning environments
• Encourage and foster independence and confidence in pupils as they begin their learning journey
• Assist in tracking childrenandrsquo;s progress through observations and feedback, supporting the class teacher in assessments

Requirements:

• Level 3 qualification in Early Years/Childcare, OR
• Degree in a child or education-related subject, OR
• Strong, relevant experience in an Early Years or Reception setting
• Sound knowledge of the EYFS curriculum
• A warm, patient and nurturing approach, with a strong passion for working with young children
• Strong communication and teamworking skills
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to apply for one

Why Work with Supply Desk£

• Competitive daily pay, paid to scale
• A dedicated consultant supporting you throughout your placement
• Opportunity to join a school with a strong, supportive staff culture and low staff turnover
• Free access to professional development and training
• andlsquo;Refer a Friendandrsquo; scheme andndash; earn up to andpound;150 for successful referrals

If you''re looking for a long-term opportunity to make a genuine impact in Early Years education, and want to work in a positive, welcoming school environment andndash; apply today!