Teaching Assistant - Shortlanesend School

Aspire Academy Trust; Truro; Remote; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Shortlanesend School in Cornwall is seeking a Teaching Assistant to support learners across the school day, with an ASAP start. The role is 13 hours per week, fixed term until August 2027, term time plus 2 INSET days, with duties on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

The school maintains a welcoming, inclusive ethos where every child is encouraged to smile, learn and excel. Applicants will join a close-knit team within Aspire Academy Trust, contributing to a positive learning environment and assisting

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Shortlanesend School

Type of Position: Teaching Assistant

Subject: Support

Start Date: ASAP

Closing Date: 9th October 2026

Our school is situated in the village of Shortlanesend, two miles north of Truro City in Cornwall. It is a thriving, happy school where everyone is valued and respected.

Our aim is to provide the children in our care with the best possible start in life and to support them develop into confident individuals, who understand their rights and responsibilities as members of our school and wider community.

Our strapline statement: 'Where children smile, learn and excel' underpins all we set out to achieve for our children. It equally applies to our staff who are passionate and dedicated to their individual roles, rise to any challenge and enjoy the supportive and fun ethos of being at Shortlanesend School.

We are looking to appoint a Teaching Assistant, the role is for 13hours per week, fixed term until August 2027 and term time plus 2 INSET days. The days of work are Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

The proposed interview date is 16th October2026