14 days remaining to apply

  • Start date details

    As soon as possible

  • Closing date

    2 November 2026 at 9am

  • Date listed

    19 October 2026

Job details

Job role

  • Teaching assistant

Visa sponsorship

Visas cannot be sponsored

Key stage

Early years, Key stage 1, Key stage 2

Working pattern

Term time, part time: 30 hours per week

Contract type

Permanent

Actual salary

Level 2A-2B Actual Annual Salary Range £16,944 -£17,135 (£24,765-£25,044)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We aren't necessarily looking for a "perfect" application; we are looking for the right heart and mindset.

What you'll need - unwavering patience and a sense of humour, the ability to stay calm under pressure, a 'can-do' attitude towards personal care and a genuine belief that every child can thrive.

What we'd love (but can train) - experience with ASD or complex needs, knowledge of Makaton, understanding of sensory needs, First Aid or Manual Handling training.



What the school offers its staff

Our unit is a tight-knit community within the wider school. We offer:

  • A Supportive Family: You’ll work alongside specialist teachers, therapists, and fellow TAs who have your back.

  • Professional Growth: Access to high-quality training in SEN strategies, safeguarding, and specialised communication.

  • The "Spark" Moments: There is nothing quite like the feeling of a child making eye contact, using a new sign, or mastering a skill for the first time.

"In the ARB, we don't measure progress in miles; we measure it in miracles. If you want a job that truly matters, you've found it."

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.
Visas cannot be sponsored.
If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

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.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

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About Penryn Primary Academy

Organisation type
Academy, ages 2 to 11
Education phase
Primary school
Size
349 pupils enrolled
Age range
2 to 11
Ofsted report
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Arranging a visit to Penryn Primary Academy

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jobs@aspireacademytrust.org.

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