Teaching Assistant

Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, together with Tywardreath School, are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant. Tywardreath School is in a beautiful, rural, village setting in the heart of a supportive and active community. The real strength of the school lies in the people. Staff, children, parents and governors are proud of our school and work hard to provide a caring and stimulating environment for learning. We share an ethos which promotes high level of inclusion and standards in academic achievement allied with a broad, stimulating curriculum. We celebrate and encourage the talents and skills of all of our children. Our aim is to foster independent and curious learners who are able and willing to make a positive contribution to our community and society. The position will include working closely with our Teaching team to provide support and care to pupils in both KS1 and KS2. The role will include working alongside other team members so good communication skills are vital. There are three roles potentially available: 30 hours per week Monday - Friday Term Time only - £16,728.42 15 hours per week Monday to Friday (mornings) Term Time only - £8,364.21 28.25 hours per week Monday to Friday Term Time only - £15,752.60 Please indidcate in your additional information which role you would like to apply for or if you would like to be considered for any of the roles. About You: We are looking for a self-motivated, caring and dedicated adults who will take a pro-active role in the support of the education and social and emotional development of our pupils. Ideally you will have previous experience of working within Primary school settings and and believe in giving every child the opportunity to be the best they can be. Ideally you would be highly motivated, patient, good humoured and flexible.