Primary Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant – St Ives, Cornwall

1:1 & General Classroom Support | KS1 & KS2 | January Starts

Are you passionate about helping children succeed? Looking for a role where no two days are the same? Teaching Personnel is proudly partnered with a number of warm and supportive primary schools across St Ives and West Cornwall, and we're searching for engaging, proactive Teaching Assistants to join our team.

We’re offering a variety of exciting opportunities—whether your strengths lie in 1:1 support, general classroom assistance, or a blend of both. With flexible placements available, we’ll work with you to build a schedule that suits your lifestyle and career goals.

What’s on Offer:

• Teaching Assistant roles across KS1 & KS2

• St Ives + surrounding areas

• Immediate and ongoing placements

• Full-time or part-time options

• Competitive weekly pay via PAYE (no umbrella fees)

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience supporting children (school, tutoring or transferable experience welcomed)

• Confidence working with a range of ages and needs

• A nurturing, adaptable and proactive approach

• Strong communication and relationship-building skills

• Willingness to travel locally (driving an advantage)

Why Join Teaching Personnel?

• Weekly PAYE pay—transparent and reliable

• A dedicated consultant (Sophia) who will champion your journey

• Roles tailored to your strengths, preferences and availability

• Access to ongoing CPD, including phonics, safeguarding and SEN modules

• Opportunities to work across a variety of supportive, welcoming schools

If you’re a committed and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant ready to make a real difference in the St Ives area, we’d love to hear from you.

Apply today or contact Sophia directly:

01872 250123
sophia.ede@teachingpersonnel.com

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.
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