Teaching Assistant - Penryn Primary Academy

Penryn Primary Academy is seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to support learning across a range of classes, including Year 1, a mixed Year 3/4 class, and Year 5. This is a fantastic opportunity to work within a dynamic and supportive school environment where your contribution will directly impact pupil success.

The position is for 30 hours per week, term time plus two INSET days on a fixed term basis until 31st August 2026.

Key Responsibilities

· Support pupils’ learning and development in Year 1, mixed Year 3/4, and Year 5 classes

· Assist teachers in delivering engaging and inclusive lessons

· Provide targeted support to pupils with additional needs

· Help create a positive and stimulating classroom environment

· Support with classroom management and organisation

· Contribute to the overall wellbeing and progress of pupils in line with school policies

Why Penryn Primary Academy?

· Join a dynamic, highly skilled, experienced, and supportive team passionate about making a difference.

· Benefit from our high-quality CPD offer to support your professional growth.

· Be part of a large supportive Trust that values collaboration and innovation.

· Work in an inspiring environment with Forest School accreditation and access to an indoor swimming pool.

· Play a vital role in helping pupils thrive in a setting committed to inclusion and excellence.

We welcome visits which can be arranged by contacting our office via hello@penrynprimary.org. We very much look forward to you visiting our school and looking at all that we have to offer you.

The proposed interview date is 10th December 2025

Completed application forms can be emailed to jobs@aspireacademytrust.org or returned via post to:

Aspire Academy Trust, Unit 20, St Austell Business Park, St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 4FD