Early Years Teaching Assistant — Maternity Cover

Cornwall Council Jobs and Careers; Bodmin; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Wellbeing support

Retail discounts

CPD opportunities

Network across Kernow Learning

Job summary

Beacon Academy in Bodmin, Cornwall, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team on a fixed-term maternity-cover contract. You will support learning, reinforce progress with individuals and groups, and help create an inclusive, positive classroom environment.

The role requires good communication, patience and a commitment to safeguarding. Experience in a primary school is desirable, and you will work as part of Kernow Learning to deliver high-quality learning across our

Qualifications

• Experience of working within a primary school setting is desirable.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of high-quality teaching and learning in the classroom.
• Work with individual pupils and small groups to reinforce learning.
• Create a positive, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Support pupils' social, emotional and personal development.
• Encourage positive behaviour and student engagement in activities.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to meet pupil needs.
• Prepare, organise and maintain learning resources and environments.
• Monitor pupil engagement and progress and provide feedback to staff.
• Contribute to wider school life, including visits and events.
• Safeguard and promote the welfare of all children in line with policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

Beacon Academy in Bodmin, Cornwall, is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join our Early Years team on a fixed-term maternity-cover contract. You will support learning, reinforce progress with individuals and groups, and help create an inclusive, positive classroom environment.

The role requires good communication, patience and a commitment to safeguarding. Experience in a primary school is desirable, and you will work as part of Kernow Learning to deliver high-quality learning across our