Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Falmouth; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Teaching Personnel are partnering with a welcoming primary school in the Falmouth and Penryn area to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant for the ARB (Additional Resources Base). The role is full-time, term-time only, with start ASAP and potential to transition into a permanent school position for the right candidate, paying £14.25 per hour and located in the Falmouth/ Penryn area.

Experience supporting pupils with a range of needs (Autism, speech and language needs) is valued; you'll be part

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with additional needs.
• Ability to build meaningful relationships with pupils.
• Willingness to work in a school setting and adapt to routines.

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support
• Encouraging engagement in learning activities
• Supporting emotional regulation and classroom routines
• Promoting independence and confidence
• Assisting pupils with transitions and social interactions
• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff

Skills

1:1 support

Small-group support

Relationship building

Job description

ARB Teaching Assistant Falmouth & Penryn Area Full-Time | Start ASAP | Temp-to-Perm Opportunity

£14.25 per hour | Term-Time Only | Potential Permanent Position

Looking for a role where your support genuinely changes a child's day?

Teaching Personnel are working with a welcoming primary school in the Falmouth / Penryn area to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their specialist Additionally Resourced Base (ARB).

This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a highly supportive team, working closely with pupils who need a little extra help to thrive both socially and academically.

The role is available on a full-time basis, with the potential to transition into a permanent school position for the right candidate.

Why This Role Stands Out

This isn't just another Teaching Assistant role.

• Build meaningful relationships with pupils


• Work consistently within the same supportive setting


• Help children grow in confidence and independence


• Play a key role in helping pupils access learning


• Be part of a specialist team that genuinely makes a difference


• Develop valuable SEN experience with ongoing support

Every day brings challenges, progress, and rewarding moments.

About the Role

You will be supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, which may include:

• Autism (ASC)


• Communication and interaction needs


• Speech and language difficulties


• Social, emotional and sensory needs

Your responsibilities may include:

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support


• Encouraging engagement in learning activities


• Supporting emotional regulation and classroom routines


• Promoting independence and confidence


• Assisting pupils with transitions and social interactions


• Working closely with teachers, SENCOs and support staff

Who We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Warm, patient and nurturing


• Calm, resilient and positive


• Passionate about helping children succeed


• Comfortable building strong relationships


• Adaptable and proactive


• Committed to creating a positive learning environment

For this role, attitude and personality are just as important as experience.

Why Work With Teaching Personnel?

• £14.25 per hour, paid weekly via PAYE


• Free CPD and SEN-focused training


• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement


• Full-time, long-term opportunity


• Potential temp-to-perm pathway


• Easy timesheet and availability management through the myTP app

Location

Based in the Falmouth / Penryn area, easily accessible from surrounding locations.

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.

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