Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor - Cardinham Primary School

About The Role:

Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, in partnership with the Local Governing Board of Cardinham School, is seeking to appoint a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor to join our team.

Cardinham School is a small, welcoming primary school set in a beautiful rural location near Bodmin. Our strong sense of community, supportive staff, and kind pupils create a warm and inclusive environment where children are encouraged to achieve their best.

In this combined role, you will support classroom learning in the mornings, working alongside the class teacher to deliver lessons, assist individual pupils or groups, and help create an engaging and supportive learning environment. During the lunchtime period, you will supervise children, promote positive behaviour and play, and ensure a safe, calm, and happy atmosphere.

We are looking for someone who is:

·        Patient, positive, and nurturing

·        Able to follow guidance but also show initiative

·        Committed to supporting children’s learning and wellbeing

·        A good team player, willing to be flexible and proactive

This is a key role in helping our children thrive both in their learning and in their wider school life.

About You:

You are someone who enjoys working with children and takes pride in supporting their growth—both in the classroom and during less structured times like lunch and play. You’re dependable, warm, and approachable, with a calm presence and a clear understanding of the needs of primary-aged pupils.

In the classroom, you’re able to follow instructions from teaching staff while using your initiative to spot where help is needed. You’re comfortable assisting with learning activities, encouraging pupils to stay engaged and supporting those who may need a bit of extra help to succeed.

At lunchtime, you’ll be confident managing groups of children, encouraging positive interactions, and stepping in calmly and fairly when needed. You understand that unstructured times are as important as lessons for children’s social development.

We’re looking for someone who:

·        Has a positive and supportive attitude

·        Works well as part of a team and communicates effectively with adults and children

·        Is proactive, patient, and able to adapt to the needs of the day

·        Understands the importance of emotional wellbeing alongside academic progress

Full details on the school and the job description for the role can be found in the candidate pack above.

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 apply for this position please email a completed application form to recruitment@tpacademytrust.org, please ensure your name and the position you are applying are within the subject title of the email.

Please note we do not accept CV's.

The closing date for receiving applications is Monday 30th June 12pm

If you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Dave Jones (Headteacher) on 01208 821 326

Interviews to be held on Monday 7th July

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.