Higher Level Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 03 February 2026 |
|---|---|
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 27 February 2026 |
| Location: | Newquay, Cornwall, TR8 4EP |
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Job reference: | aed66896-44c0-403c-b966-1ba90863798a |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide 1-to-1 support for a specific pupil through to the 2027/2028 academic year. You will play a vital role in the pupil’s academic and emotional development across both our school and an Alternative Provision (AP).
Key Responsibilities
• 1:1 Support:Deliver tailored interventions and activities based on the pupil’s needs.
• Off-Site Travel:Accompany the pupil to scheduledAlternative Provisionsessions to ensure continuity.
• Well-being:Support self-regulation, social skills, and independence.
• Whole School Cover: Provide cover to class and small group working as needed
Requirements
• Experience:Proven history supporting children withASD, ADHD, or SEMH.
• Resilience:A calm, patient, and flexible approach to challenging situations.
• Logistics:Ability to travel for off-site provision and collaborate with external partners.
What the school offers its staff
Our school prides itself on providing a happy, safe, secure and supportive learning environment. At Mawgan-in-Pydar every child is special and unique.All our children are encouraged to care for and support one another.
At the centre of our ethos is an unwavering belief that all children can succeed and should enjoy their school experience while achieving their full potential. Our aspiration is that every child can feel that they are part of a vibrant, caring community. A community in which they can feel confident enough to try new things without fear of failure and one in which everybody has something to offer and something to learn.
We aim to give every child the opportunity to excel not only academically, which we certainly do, but in every area of their life.
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.
We are looking for a dedicated Higher Level Teaching Assistant to provide 1-to-1 support for a specific pupil through to the 2027/2028 academic year. You will play a vital role in the pupil’s academic and emotional development across both our school and an Alternative Provision (AP).
Key Responsibilities
• 1:1 Support:Deliver tailored interventions and activities based on the pupil’s needs.
• Off-Site Travel:Accompany the pupil to scheduledAlternative Provisionsessions to ensure continuity.
• Well-being:Support self-regulation, social skills, and independence.
• Whole School Cover: Provide cover to class and small group working as needed
Requirements
• Experience:Proven history supporting children withASD, ADHD, or SEMH.
• Resilience:A calm, patient, and flexible approach to challenging situations.
• Logistics:Ability to travel for off-site provision and collaborate with external partners.
What the school offers its staff
Our school prides itself on providing a happy, safe, secure and supportive learning environment. At Mawgan-in-Pydar every child is special and unique.All our children are encouraged to care for and support one another.
At the centre of our ethos is an unwavering belief that all children can succeed and should enjoy their school experience while achieving their full potential. Our aspiration is that every child can feel that they are part of a vibrant, caring community. A community in which they can feel confident enough to try new things without fear of failure and one in which everybody has something to offer and something to learn.
We aim to give every child the opportunity to excel not only academically, which we certainly do, but in every area of their life.
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.