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Teaching Assistant

Job details
Posting date: 06 June 2026
Hours: Part time
Closing date: 19 June 2026
Location: Truro, Cornwall, TR2 4PL
Company: Teaching Vacancies
Job type: Contract
Job reference: 96fdd3f5-d093-47d0-91f3-b62159ac3ae3

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

APPLICATION PROCESS - Applications are not accepted through teaching vacancies. Please visit the vacancy page of The Trust's website to download and complete an application pack.

The Board of Directors of The Rainbow Multi Academy Trust are looking to appoint a dedicated and enthusiastic teaching assistant to support pupils learning at Ladock C of E Primary School. This is a rewarding opportunity to contribute to a supportive and inclusive environment, helping pupils to develop academically, socially and emotionally while building confidence, independence and a love of learning.

As the successful candidate, you will work closely with teachers to support individuals and small groups, assist with classroom activities and help prepare and maintain engaging learning environments. You will build positive relationships with pupils, monitor their progress and wellbeing, and contribute to creating a safe, inclusive space where all children feel valued and supported. The role also involves supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, including SEND and behavioural needs, ensuring they can fully access all aspects of school life.

We are looking for a patient, caring and proactive individual with strong communication and organisational skills who enjoys working as part of a team. This is an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful difference every day while developing your own skills within a supportive Trust that is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Ladock C of E Primary School is part of The Rainbow Multi Academy Trust where our schools work in partnership to fulfil our belief that together, we can build a brighter future for our children. We are looking for a new member of staff to embrace and support our schools in creating an environment where the children have the opportunity to be the best they can be. The Trust is committed to fully supporting our staff through a range of CPD opportunities.

The Rainbow Multi Academy Trust is committed to the safeguarding of our students and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check

What the school offers its staff

• CPD opportunities
• Local government pension scheme
• Employee wellbeing programme

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.

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