Teaching Assistant

Chacewater Community Primary School, Truro, Cornwall, TR4 8PZ

11 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  1 September 2026

• Closing date

  17 July 2026 at 12pm (midday)

• Date listed

  6 July 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Teaching assistant
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Key stage: Key stage 1, Key stage 2
• Working pattern: Full time
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full-time equivalent salary: 18,122.46

Teaching Assistant job summary

Are you passionate about making a difference in children’s lives? Do you bring energy, empathy, and a proactive approach to every challenge? If so, Chacewater School would love to hear from you!
We are seeking a dynamic and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly and committed team. This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a nurturing environment where every child is valued and supported to thrive.
What we’re looking for:A genuine interest in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND)Confidence and resilience in supporting pupils with differing needsA positive, energetic presence that lifts the classroom and supports learningA team player who thrives in a collaborative, caring school community
What we offer:A happy, inclusive school with a strong sense of communitySupportive colleagues and leadership who value your contributionOpportunities for professional development and trainingA chance to make a real impact on children’s wellbeing and progress
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.The closing date and time for receiving applications is: Friday 17th July, 12pmIf you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact David Hick, Headteacher on 01872 560302Interviews to be held on Tuesday 21st July
If you encounter any issues with the online application, please contact the Talent Team for assistance at Talent@tpacademytrust.org.
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.

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

Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.

Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.

Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children

You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

Applying for the job

This school accepts applications through their own website, where you may also find more information about this job.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Chacewater Community Primary School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 4 to 11
• Education phase: Primary school
• Size: 203 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 4 to 11
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Chacewater Community Primary School website
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/chacewater-community-primary-school

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