Teaching Assistant KS1

From September 2026, we are looking to appoint an EYFS/KS1 Teaching Assistant for our small and caring school. We are seeking a passionate, enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is patient, understanding, has strong communications skills and enjoys working as part of a team. We are proud to be a creative, nurturing and supportive school; one where children have a real desire to learn and where a mutually respectful atmosphere exists between children and adults.

Contract type: Permeant

Contract terms: Part time

Working weeks: 39 weeks per year (term time only)

Paid weeks: 43.699 per year (includes holiday entitlement)

Working Days: Monday - Friday

Shift Times: 8:45-12:00, 13:00-15:15. With 30 minutes lunch cover.

Total Hours per week: 27.5

Payscale: Bridge 2

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) salary: £25948.96

Equivalent hourly rate: £13.45

Actual Salary: £16,163.17

Closing date: 22.06.2026

Interview date: 02.-07.2026

Target start date: 04.09.2026

About this Role - As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a vital role in:

• Supporting high-quality teaching and learning across the classroom.
• Providing targeted support to pupils with Special Educational Needs/Disabilities (SEND) as required.
• Using ‘Read Write Inc’ and other systematic phonics programmes to help children learn to read, write, and spell fluently and confidently.
• Working closely with class teachers and the wider school team to create a calm, positive, supportive, and engaging learning environment.

About You - We are looking for someone who:

• Is a successful Teaching Assistant who can raise and sustain high standards.
• Is enthusiastic, caring and passionate in supporting children during their learning.
• Has a calm and professional approach, and enjoys working with children.
• Can promote positive behaviours using appropriate strategies.
• Has an understanding of attachment, and childhood development.
• Works well as part of a team and builds positive relationships with children, parents, and staff.
• Is committed to providing high-quality care and learning experiences.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion and pupil wellbeing.
• For more information about the role, please review the attached job description.

In return, we offer:

• A friendly, supportive team within a wonderful school where every member of staff and pupil is valued.
• Opportunities to develop your skills and experience.
• A positive ethos built on trust, dedication, and shared values.
• Access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

About Our Primary School

Polruan Primary Academy is a small, happy and vibrant school, situated at the very top of the village with the most fantastic views of the Fowey Estuary. Our school currently has two classes: Canute Class (Key stage 1) and Tregeagle Class (Key stage 2) both inhabiting spacious, welcoming classrooms with access to outside space. We also have a pre-school nursery provision embedded in our KS1 classroom, providing a seamless transition from pre-school to school.
Children at our school develop a love for learning in the coastal and rural environment immediately surrounding us and use this to explore national and global issues.
We pride ourselves on our inclusive supportive ethos and high expectations for all. Our dedicated and highly skilled teaching staff work incredibly hard to ensure all pupils reach the highest standards during their time with us.
We have strong community links and our school is an integral part of the village community. We work closely with our neighbouring schools and the wider network of Bridge Schools Trust.

About Bridge Schools Trust

Bridge Schools Trust is a family of schools across Cornwall, built on dedication and trust and united by a shared commitment to putting learning first.

Our values guide everything we do:

• Creative in our approach to teaching and problem-solving
• Curious, always innovating and learning
• Responsible, accountable to our communities
• Enthusiastic, bringing energy and passion to every endeavour
• Excellent in our expectations and delivery
• Determined, rallying together to overcome challenges.

By joining us, you will become part of a collaborative, supportive, and forward-thinking Trust where staff are valued, wellbeing is prioritised, and professional development is encouraged.

If you have the drive and determination to enable every child to succeed, and wish to be part of a Trust that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, we would love to hear from you.

Safeguarding

Bridge Schools Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteers are expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to:

• An enhanced DBS check
• Social Media checks
• Satisfactory references

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender, gender identity, marital or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, or sexual orientation.