Teaching Assistant - with an Interest in P.E - Term Time

Woodlands; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational institution in Maidstone is seeking an enthusiastic individual to support students facing social, emotional, and behavioral challenges. In this role, you will provide academic and emotional support, particularly in Physical Education. You will work collaboratively with teachers and other staff to foster a positive and creative learning environment. The position emphasizes professional development and a commitment to making a positive impact on young lives. If you are compassionate and driven to help students succeed, we encourage you to apply.

Benefits

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for professional development

Chance to make a lasting impact

Qualifications

• An interest or background in a PRU and/or working experience of pupil reintegration.
• Experience of working with young people in education, care, or youth work settings.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Assist in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons specifically P.E.
• Support students’ emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Plan, organise and participate in pupil reintegration requirements.
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and creative learning environment.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Patience

Positive and resilient attitude

Interest in Physical Education

Job description

About the Role

You will support students with a range of social, emotional, and behavioural needs, helping them to re‑engage with learning and develop the skills they need to succeed. Working closely with teachers and support staff, you’ll provide both academic and emotional support tailored to individual needs. This role requires an intrest in Physical Education.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students.
• Assist in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons specsifcally P.E
• Support students’ emotional wellbeing and personal development.
• Plan, organise and participate in MMAP's pupil reintegration requirements
• Contribute to a safe, respectful, and creative learning environment.
• Collaborate with staff and external professionals to support student progress.

Desirable

• An interest or background in a PRU and / or working experience of pupil reintegration
• Experience of working with young people in education, care, or youth work settings.
• Strong communication skills, patience, and a positive, resilient attitude.
• Experience / Intrest in teaching Physical Education

We Offer

• A supportive and experienced team environment.
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• A chance to make a lasting impact on young lives.

At Maidstone and Malling Alternative Provision, we pride ourselves on fostering acollaborative and supportive environment. Our staff work closely together, sharing best practices and learning from one another, ensuring thateveryoneis able to develop and thrive in their careers. Whether you’re starting your teaching journey or looking for a new challenge, we will provide you with the ongoingprofessional developmentand support you need to grow.

If you are enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to support students in reaching their potential, we encourage you to apply.

To apply, please contact [e-mail]