Teaching Assistant

Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, together with Hillfort Primary School are seeking to appoint a dynamic, caring, and committed Year 1 Teaching Assistant. Situated in Liskeard, a vibrant community setting, our school prides itself on providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where our youngest learners can thrive. We are seeking an enthusiastic and skilled Teaching Assistant to join our Year 1 team. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting our children through the crucial transition from Early Years into Key Stage 1, working closely with the class teacher to deliver small-group phonics, early literacy, and numeracy interventions. Candidates should hold a relevant Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent) and demonstrate proven experience in delivering targeted early reading support (Read Write Inc). A strong commitment to positive behaviour management, a confident understanding of continuous provision, and the ability to adapt activities flexibly to meet diverse learning needs—including children with SEND—are essential to ensuring every child thrives. About You We are looking for someone who: Possesses an enthusiastic, warm, and patient nature, with the ability to build quick and trusting relationships with young children and their families. Is highly creative and proactive Has good knowledge of early literacy/systematic synthetic phonics (e.g., Read Write Inc) and early mathematics. Demonstrates strong communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively within a dedicated team. Shares our vision and values to ensure every child gets the very best start to their educational journey. Benefits of Working with Us: As a leading Academy Trust, we are able to offer our staff a range of continued professional development opportunities alongside family friendly policies and access to the Local Government/Teachers Pension Schemes. More on our benefits can be found here . How to Apply and Further Info: To be considered for this role, please click the “Apply” button above to submit your online application. Please note we do not accept CV's. The closing date for receiving applications is Thursday 8 th October at Midday (12pm) If you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Gregor Campbell (Headteacher) on 01579 343443 Interviews to be held week commencing 12 th October 2026 TPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application as part of their pre-employment administration. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Other pre-employment checks will include receipt of two satisfactory references, evidence of right to work in the UK, proof of any relevant qualifications and completion of a health assessment questionnaire.