Teaching Assistant

Location:

Falmouth Primary Academy, Jubilee Rd, Falmouth, Cornwall, TR11 2BB
, UK

Salary: £12.97 per hour

Contract Type:
Fixed Term

Education Phases:
Primary;

Final date to receive applications:
Thursday, 5th November 2026

Interview Date:
To be confirmed

Expected Working

Start Date:

As soon as possible

Is a Shared Job:
No

Falmouth Primary Academy is a thriving school for children aged 4-11, located in the heart of Falmouth, just moments from its world-famousharbour. Inspired by our mission, "Learning Through a Voyage of Discovery", we provide an engaging and nurturing education thatreflects our unique maritime setting while helping every child flourish andreach their full potential.

Our broad and ambitious curriculum is built on strong foundations in literacy and numeracy, enriched by a wide range of subjects and extracurricular opportunities that prepare pupils for future success.

We are committed to creating an inclusive, supportive andaspirational environment where every child feels valued and inspired toachieve. We are looking for colleagues who share these values and are passionate about making a difference. By joining our dedicated and collaborative team, you will play a key role in helping every pupil thrive and succeed.

We are seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant to join our team on a fixed-term maternity cover contract until 28th June 2027 or the return of the substantive post holder. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference by supporting children across a range of year groups, including those with SEND, helping all of our pupils to learn, build confidence and thrive within our school community.

The successful candidate will provide support to pupils and staff, ensuring safety, wellbeing and engagement in learning for allpupils. The role will work closely with teachers and the wider school team toprovide high-quality, individualised support where necessary.

We are looking for someone who is passionate about inclusion, committed to helping every child achieve their full potential, andable to build positive, trusting relationships with children, families and colleagues. Experience of supporting pupils with SEND, EHCPs and an awareness of safeguarding would be highly desirable, although is not essential.

Kernow Learning is a multi-academy trust of 21 primary schools in Cornwall. Our schools work together to provide strength so that theycan stretch their offer beyond expectations in their drive for excellence. Our English Hub supports schools across Cornwall to secure children's earlyreading, whilst our Teaching School Hub, as a partner in One Cornwall, providesservices to schools across Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly.

Kernow Learning is committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and follows the Safer Recruitment process. The successful candidate will be expected to share this commitment and will be required to undertakechecks including an enhanced disclosure through the DBS process, as well asprohibition, S128 and online presence checks.

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

For further information, or for support with the application process, please contact our HR Team on or

In addition to working in a fantastic school with wonderful children and dedicated colleagues, Kernow Learning is committed to makingemployment with us rewarding and enjoyable.

• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Accessto a 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme providing health andwellbeing advice, support and guidance.
• Awide range of CPD and professional development opportunities, both internal and external.
• Accessto specialist expertise, networks and support across Kernow Learning.
• An opportunity to grow your career with us, whatever your role, experience or background.

Please see the Job Description.

• Has experience of working with children, ideally within a school environment.
• Is passionate about supporting children with SEND and additional needs.
• Can provide calm, consistent and nurturing support to vulnerable pupils.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Is flexible, proactive and able to work effectively as part of a team.
• Is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
• Sharesour ambition for every child to feel safe, included and successful.