Teaching Assistant

Padstow School; Padstow; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Padstow School in Cornwall invites applications for a Teaching Assistant. The role is fixed term until 31 August 2027, working 31.25 hours per week during term time plus 2 INSET days, across the school with all pupils including high-need SEN.

The successful candidate will support learning, assist teachers in class, and help create a positive, inclusive environment. A full enhanced DBS check and eligibility to work in the UK are required.

Qualifications

• Experience working with high-need SEN pupils.
• Must undergo enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.
• Able to work 31.25 hours per week, term time plus INSET days.
• Fixed term until 31 August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Support learning across the school for pupils including high-need SEN.
• Assist teachers with classroom activities and management.
• Support SEN pupils and contribute to a positive, inclusive environment.

Skills

Experience with SEN pupils

DBS check

Eligibility to work in the UK

Team collaboration

Job description

Teaching Assistant

Padstow School, Padstow, Cornwall, PL28 8EX

5 days remaining to apply

As soon as possible

16 September 2026 at 11:59pm

9 September 2026

Job details

Job role

• Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Contract type

Fixed term - until 31 August 2027.

What skills and experience we're looking for

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.

What the school offers its staff

We are committed to helping our children become the best versions of themselves within a supported, aspirational, vibrant, whole child-centered 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.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

The Aspire Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments will be subject to satisfactory enhanced DBS and vetting checks.