Teaching Assistant

Location: Redruth, Cornwall
Contract Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (Flexible)
Salary: Competitive, based on experience and qualifications
Start Date: September 2025 (or ASAP)

Are you passionate about supporting young people in their secondary education journey? Our thriving secondary school in Redruth is looking for a motivated, compassionate Teaching Assistant to join our team and help make a real difference to students’ learning and wellbeing.

About the Role:

You will work alongside subject teachers and support staff to assist students in a variety of lessons, helping them access the curriculum and develop confidence. This includes supporting students with additional learning needs, managing small group work, and contributing to a positive and inclusive learning environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist teachers in delivering engaging lessons across different subjects

• Support students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)

• Help manage behaviour and maintain a focused learning atmosphere

• Contribute to planning and preparation of resources

• Support students’ social and emotional development

• Participate in staff meetings and training as needed

Who We’re Looking For:

• Experience working in a secondary school or with secondary-aged students is preferred

• Relevant qualifications such as NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent, or a willingness to work towards them

• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with students and staff

• A patient, flexible approach and commitment to inclusion and safeguarding

• Enthusiasm for helping young people achieve their full potential

If this is something you'd be interested in, contact me ASAP on 01872 250120 or email me on lily.ridge@teachingpersonnel.com 

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