Teaching Assistant

Cornwall Council Jobs and Careers; Padstow; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

Aspire Academy Trust is looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our team. The role is 31.25 hours per week, term time plus 2 INSET days, on a fixed term until 31/08/2027. The post involves supporting pupils across the school, including high-need SEN pupils, with safeguarding and DBS checks required.

The successful candidate will contribute to a caring, supportive environment and work under the guidance of teaching staff to promote pupils' welfare and learning experiences.

Qualifications

• Experience working with pupils, including those with special educational needs.
• Willingness to undertake safeguarding checks and DBS process.

Responsibilities

• Work across the school with all pupils, including high need SEN pupils.

Job description

We are committed to helping our children become the best versions of themselves within a supported, aspirational, vibrant, whole child-centred environment where they are all valued. All staff place a high priority on the welfare, social development and, most importantly, happiness of the children regardless of age, ability and background.

Our children are equipped with the skills, knowledge and attitudes that will help them to succeed in life, and we provide a range of experiences through a broad and balanced curriculum. Our pupils come first and are encouraged to develop their imagination, communication skills and their thirst for life.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant to join our team, the successful candidate will be required to work 31.25 hours per week, term time plus 2 INSET days, fixed term until 31/08/27. The role involves working across the school with all pupils including high need SEN pupils.

The proposed interview date is 21st September 2026

We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations.

Organisation address: Grenville Road, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8EX Contact detail: HR Team

Email: [e-mail]

Website: https://www.aspireacademytrust.org