Teaching Assistant and Lunchtime Supervisor at Trenode CofE VA Primary Academy

Looe, South West England, United Kingdom Trenode C of E Primary Academy About this Role

About Our Primary School

TrenodePrimary is a small, rural school in Widegates. The school has a 'family ethos'and uses its Christian values to develop the whole child. We have a friendly,supportive team who work collaboratively to achieve high outcomes for allpupils.

Role overview

We are looking to appoint a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant to join our friendly team for 3 days a week (Wednesday to Friday), working within our mixed EYFS/Year 1/Year 2 class. The role also includes a 30-minute lunchtime supervisor duty on each of the three working days.

The successful candidate will ideally have experience supporting pupils with SEND and will be flexible, adaptable and passionate about helping young children thrive, both academically and personally.

If you would like to find out more, we would be delighted to hear from you. Please email [email protected] or contact the school office on [phone removed] for an informal discussion.

Contract type: Fixed Term - Maternity cover

Contractend date if applicable:23 July 2027

Contractterms: Part time - 18.75 hours per week

Working weeks: 39 weeks per year (term timeonly)

Paid weeks: 43.699 per year (includes holidayentitlement)

Working Days: Wednesday-Friday

Total Hours per week: 18.75

Payscale: Bridge 2

Full TimeEquivalent (FTE) salary: £25,948.96

Equivalenthourly rate: £13.45

ActualSalary: £11,020.34

Closingdate: 15/10/2026

Interviewdate: 21/10/2026

Targetstart date: As soon as possible following satisfactory pre-employment checks.

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

• Supportinghigh-quality teaching and learning across the classroom.
• Providingtargeted 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 thewider school team to create a calm, positive, supportive, and engaging learningenvironment.

About You - We are looking for someone who:

• Is enthusiastic, caring and passionate insupporting children during their learning.
• Has a calm and professional approach, and enjoysworking with children.
• Can promote positive behaviours usingappropriate strategies.
• Has an understanding of attachment, andchildhood development.
• Works well as part of a team and builds positiverelationships with children, parents, and staff.
• Is committed to providing high-quality care andlearning experiences.
• Is committed to promoting inclusion and pupilwellbeing.
• For more information about the role, please review theattached job description.

In return, we offer:

• A friendly, supportive team within a wonderfulschool where every member of staff and pupil is valued.
• Opportunities to develop your skills andexperience.
• A positive ethos built on trust, dedication, andshared values.
• Access to a free and confidential EmployeeAssistance Programme (EAP).

About Bridge Schools Trust

Bridge Schools Trust is a family of schools across Cornwall,built on dedication and trust and united by a shared commitmentto 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 isprioritised, and professional development is encouraged.

If you have the drive and determination to enable everychild 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 andpromoting the welfare of children and young people. All staff and volunteersare expected to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subjectto:

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

Equal Opportunities

We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer andwelcome 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.