KS2 Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Newquay; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly PAYE pay

CPD and safeguarding training

Dedicated local consultant support

Opportunities for long-term and perman

Career development within education

Easy timesheet and availability mgmt

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a welcoming primary school in the Newquay area. This KS2 role involves helping children develop confidence and enjoy their learning journey, with opportunities for long-term employment.

Whether you are experienced or bringing transferable skills and a passion for working with children, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

• Supporting teaching and learning within a KS2 classroom
• Working with small groups and individual pupils
• Delivering intervention activities in literacy and numeracy
• Supporting pupils who require additional encouragement
• Helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment
• Working closely with teachers and the wider support team

Job description

£14.25 per hour | Term-Time Only | Immediate & Long-Term Opportunities Available

Teaching Personnel are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support pupils within a welcoming primary school in the Newquay area.

This is a fantastic opportunity to become an important part of a supportive KS2 team, helping children develop confidence, achieve their potential, and enjoy their learning journey.

Whether you're an experienced Teaching Assistant or someone with transferable skills and a passion for working with children, we'd love to hear from you.

As a KS2 Teaching Assistant, you'll play a key role in a child's educational journey.

You'll have the chance to:

• Build strong, positive relationships with pupils
• Support children's confidence and independence
• Help pupils overcome barriers to learning
• Work alongside experienced and supportive staff
• Make a genuine difference every single day

Every day brings new challenges, achievements, and rewarding moments.

Your responsibilities may include:

• Supporting teaching and learning within a KS2 classroom
• Working with small groups and individual pupils
• Delivering intervention activities in literacy and numeracy
• Supporting pupils who require additional encouragement
• Helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment
• Working closely with teachers and the wider support team

This role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain valuable classroom experience whilst becoming a valued member of the school community.

We'd love to hear from candidates who are:

• Patient, caring and approachable
• Positive and enthusiastic
• Reliable and proactive
• Passionate about supporting children's learning
• Strong communicators who enjoy working as part of a team

Experience in schools, childcare, youth work, nursery settings, care, or support work would be beneficial but is not essential.

The most important thing is a genuine desire to help children succeed.

• Weekly PAYE pay
• Free CPD and safeguarding training
• Dedicated local consultant support
• Opportunities for long-term and permanent employment
• Career development within education
• Easy timesheet and availability management through the myTP app

Newquay and surrounding areas

Easily accessible from:

• Quintrell Downs
• St Columb Minor
• Crantock
• Porth
• Truro
• St Columb Major
• St Austell

If you're looking for a rewarding opportunity where you can support children, develop your experience, and become part of a fantastic school community, we'd love to hear from you.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
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