Job Description

Primary Teaching Assistant – Full-Time

Location: Truro, Cornwall

Employer: Long-Term Teachers

Nature of Business: Education recruitment agency working with a primary school in Truro, Cornwall

Position Type: Temporary – Ongoing

Hours: Full-time

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience and assignment

Experience Required: Applicants must have at least one year of experience working as a Teaching Assistant within the past five years in a school or educational setting.

Qualifications/Training: Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential, depending on the school's requirements.

Safeguarding Statement: Long-Term Teachers is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding and pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check and relevant references.

About the Role

Long-Term Teachers are working closely with a welcoming and supportive primary school in Truro, Cornwall, who are seeking a reliable, enthusiastic and dedicated Primary Teaching Assistant to join their team on an ongoing, full-time basis.

The school is looking for an experienced Teaching Assistant who can support pupils across the primary age range, helping them access learning, develop confidence and make progress within a positive and inclusive classroom environment.

The successful candidate will work closely with class teachers to support the delivery of engaging lessons, provide additional assistance to pupils who need it and contribute to a calm, nurturing and well-organised learning environment.

This role would suit someone who has recent, hands-on experience working as a Teaching Assistant and is confident supporting children's academic, social and emotional development. Applicants must have worked as a Teaching Assistant for at least one year within the last five years to be considered for this opportunity.

This is an excellent opportunity for a committed education professional looking for a consistent, ongoing role within a supportive primary school.

The Role

As a Primary Teaching Assistant, you will work alongside class teachers and the wider school team to help pupils engage with their learning and achieve their potential.

You will provide classroom support across primary year groups, assisting with learning activities, preparing resources and offering targeted support to individuals and small groups where required.

Flexibility, patience and a proactive approach will be essential, as you will need to adapt to different classroom environments and respond to pupils' varying abilities and needs.

The successful candidate will be confident following teachers' instructions, encouraging positive behaviour and helping create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support class teachers in delivering accessible and engaging lessons across the primary curriculum.
• Provide one-to-one and small-group support to pupils, where required.
• Assist pupils with literacy, numeracy and other classroom learning activities.
• Help prepare, organise and adapt classroom resources and learning materials.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and positive learning habits.
• Support the management of classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Promote positive social interaction and emotional wellbeing.
• Adapt support to meet pupils' individual learning abilities and needs.
• Monitor pupils' engagement and progress, sharing relevant observations with the class teacher.
• Help maintain a positive, inclusive and well-organised classroom environment.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and other members of the school team.
• Follow school policies, safeguarding procedures and relevant health and safety guidance.

Requirements

• Essential: At least one year of experience working as a Teaching Assistant within the past five years.
• Recent experience supporting pupils in a primary school or similar educational setting.
• A good understanding of classroom routines and the role of a Teaching Assistant.
• A patient, caring and approachable manner.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to follow instructions and work effectively alongside class teachers.
• Confidence supporting pupils with different abilities and learning needs.
• A proactive, flexible approach and the ability to use initiative appropriately.
• A genuine commitment to supporting children's learning, development and wellbeing.
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

Relevant Teaching Assistant qualifications or training are desirable but not essential, depending on the school's requirements.

Please note: Applicants must be able to demonstrate at least one year of previous Teaching Assistant experience gained within the last five years. Applications that do not meet this essential experience requirement may not be considered.

Working with Long-Term Teachers

Long-Term Teachers is an independent education recruitment agency working with nurseries, primary schools, secondary schools and special schools.

We are committed to providing a genuine, transparent and straightforward service, helping education professionals find opportunities that match their experience, skills and career aspirations.

Your dedicated consultant will take the time to understand your preferences and support you throughout the application, compliance and onboarding process. You will receive regular updates, interview guidance and information about opportunities that suit your professional goals.

We are proud members of the REC and are committed to maintaining high standards of recruitment and compliance.

Benefits of Working with Long-Term Teachers

• Opportunities to access our Guarantee Pay Scheme, subject to eligibility and applicable terms.
• Access to longer-term and permanent education support roles.
• Dedicated support throughout the compliance and onboarding process.
• Interview preparation, advice and guidance.
• Employment arrangements in line with the Agency Workers Regulations, where applicable.
• Applicable statutory employment rights, subject to eligibility.

Apply Today

If you are a reliable, caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant with at least one year of TA experience within the past five years, and you are looking for an ongoing, full-time opportunity in a primary school in Truro, Cornwall, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today to find out more about this Primary Teaching Assistant opportunity with Long-Term Teachers.