Teaching Assistant

Truro and Penwith Academy Trust , together with Blackwater School, are seeking to appoint a dynamic and committed teaching assistant to support our Year 3/4 class, Wheal Busy. Our Key Stage Two provision is outstanding with an inclusive ethos along with high-quality teaching and opportunities for all. Blackwater CP School is in a beautiful, rural setting close to the city of Truro with excellent facilities and easy access to the most wonderful outdoor learning environments. We have a fantastic Wild Area where skills and knowledge are taught to support the children to become well-rounded and empathetic individuals. We practice Thrive as a way of supporting children understand their own social, emotional and mental health, empowering them to understand themselves and the world around them. The real strength of the school lies in the people, Staff, children, parents and governors are proud of our school and work hard to provide a caring and stimulating environment for learning. We share an ethos which promotes high standards in academic achievement allied with a broad, stimulating, hands on curriculum. We celebrate and encourage the talents and skills of all of our children. Our aim is to foster independent and curious learners who are able and willing to make a positive contribution to our community and society. About You: This is a part-time position within our Key Stage Two team, working on a Thursday and Friday 8.30am - 1.15pm. We are looking for an enthusiastic and dedicated individual with a child-centred approach, who can deliver a creative, inclusive and challenging curriculum that inspires and motivates children. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong understanding of high-quality teaching and learning, including how to support children with additional needs to help them achieve their full potential, both indoors and outdoors. We are a flourishing and happy school with a strong sense of community, and we are seeking someone who will contribute positively to this environment through their energy, passion and commitment to putting children at the heart of everything they do. Benefits of Working with Us: As a leading Academy Trust, we are able to offer our staff a range of continued professional development opportunities alongside family friendly policies and access to the Local Government/Teachers Pension Schemes. More on our benefits can be found here . How to Apply and Further Info: To be considered for this role, please click the “Apply” button above to submit your online application. The closing date and time for receiving applications is 4 th October 2026 11.59pm If you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Evey Evison, Headteacher on eevison@blackwater.tpacademytrust.org Interviews to be held on 9 th October 2026 If you encounter any issues with the online application, please contact the Talent Team for assistance at Talent@tpacademytrust.org. TPAT is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) application as part of their pre-employment administration. The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provide that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Other pre-employment checks will include receipt of two satisfactory references, evidence of right to work in the UK, proof of any relevant qualifications and completion of a health assessment questionnaire.