Teaching Assistant

Oasis Academy Skinner Street; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Gillingham is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to support teaching staff in developing educational provision for learners. Responsibilities include assisting in planning and delivering lessons, preparing resources, and evaluating student progress. Ideal candidates should have at least 3 GCSEs including English and Maths, and experience in class supervision. Opportunities for professional development and career progression are available within this supportive environment.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Supportive working environment

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Must hold a minimum of 3 GCSEs including English and Maths.
• Teaching Assistant qualification is desirable.
• Experience with class supervision and lesson provision is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, preparation, and delivery of lessons.
• Support learning activities by preparing resources.
• Evaluate student progress and provide feedback to teachers.

Skills

Good written communication

Good verbal communication

Empathy and understanding

Education

Minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above including English and Maths

Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

* Teaching AssistantFast Apply# Teaching AssistantEmployerLocation: Gillingham, KentContract Type: Fixed term contractHours: Full Time, Term TimeContract Length: to July 2026Salary: Point 4-6 (£25,185 - £25,989 FTE)Posted: 6th January 2026Start Date: As Soon As PossibleExpires: 19th January 2026 09:00 AMContract Type: Fixed term contractStart Date: As Soon As PossibleJob ID: 1527942Job Reference: POSI0000022120Start Date: As Soon As Possible* Contract Type :Fixed term contract* Contract Length: to July 2026* Job ID: 1527942* Share :Oasis Academy Skinner Street currently have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated practitioner to join the team as a Teaching Assistant, supporting teaching staff with responsibility for the development and educational provision of learners.**Job overview**You’ll be responsible for assisting with planning, preparation and delivery of lesson provision, both on a whole-class and individual basis, preparing resources to support learning activities as well as ensuring pupils are supported pastorally. You’ll contribute to evaluating student progress and provide feedback to the class teacher to ensure all students’ learning needs are being met.**Job requirements*** A minimum of 3 GCSEs at C grade or above, including English and Maths* Teaching Assistant qualification desirable* Experience of class supervision and assisting with lesson provision to achieve positive learning outcomes* Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work in tandem with teaching staff* Ability to be empathetic and understanding to the needs of studentsAs a Teaching Assistant within Oasis Academy Skinner Street, you’ll be able to build upon your existing skillset within a supportive environment, with professional development, training, and career progression opportunities available.### Attachments### Safeguarding Statement:Skinner Street Primary School is committed to recruiting with care and safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.### Oasis Academy Skinner StreetPart of### Oasis Community Learning