At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a child with additional needs, helping them thrive academically and emotionally.
- Company: Welcoming primary schools in Redruth seeking dedicated Teaching Assistants.
- Benefits: £14.25 per hour, full-time role, long-term opportunity, and supportive staff team.
- Other info: Easily accessible location with potential for permanent roles.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in a child's life while building meaningful relationships.
- Qualifications: Patience, caring nature, and a passion for supporting children with SEN.
The predicted salary is between 14.25 - 14.25 £ per hour.
£14.25 per hour | 5 Days per Week | Long-Term Opportunity
Teaching Personnel are working closely with several welcoming and supportive primary schools on the outskirts of Redruth who are seeking dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistants to support pupils with additional needs from September. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who enjoys building positive relationships and providing consistent support to help a child thrive both academically and emotionally. These roles are expected to continue throughout the term, with the possibility of being extended beyond this for the right candidate.
You will work closely with one pupil throughout the school day, helping them to access learning, build confidence, and feel supported within the classroom environment. Your responsibilities may include:
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support throughout the school day
- Supporting engagement in lessons and daily activities
- Encouraging communication, confidence and independence
- Assisting with routines, transitions and emotional regulation
- Working collaboratively with teachers and SEN staff
- Creating a calm, positive and nurturing environment
The schools are looking for someone who can become a consistent and trusted adult in the child's day-to-day school experience. The ideal candidates will be:
- Patient, caring and nurturing
- Calm under pressure
- Positive and resilient
- Able to build strong relationships with children
- Passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning
- Reliable and committed to providing consistency
Previous experience supporting children with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is desirable, but not essential. What matters most is finding someone with the right attitude, warmth, and willingness to make a difference. Candidates from the following backgrounds are encouraged to apply:
- Teaching Assistants
- SEN Teaching Assistants
- Nursery Practitioners
- Support Workers
- Care Professionals
- Youth Workers
Full-time roles within the same school
- Opportunity to build meaningful relationships
- Supportive and welcoming staff team
- Long-term opportunity with potential extension
- Central and easily accessible location by public transport and car
- Highly rewarding position where you'll see the impact of your support every day
Rate: £14.25 per hour
Contract: Full-Time
Start Date: September
Duration: Whole term initially, with potential for extension
Redruth Easily accessible from: Truro, Camborne, Redruth, Perranporth, St Agnes, Surrounding Mid-Cornwall areas
All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details. All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants. We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided. For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.
1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Redruth employer: Teaching Personnel
Join a supportive and nurturing educational environment as a Part Time Teacher in the BB4 area, where you can make a meaningful impact on the lives of Upper Key Stage 2 pupils. With competitive pay, small class sizes, and dedicated consultant support, this role offers an excellent opportunity for professional growth and the chance to inspire young minds in a welcoming community. Embrace the rewarding experience of teaching while enjoying the flexibility of a part-time schedule.
