Description Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, together with the Local Monitoring Committee of Tywardreath School, are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistant. Tywardreath School is in a beautiful, rural, village setting in the heart of a supportive and active community. 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 level of inclusion and standards in academic achievement allied with a broad, stimulating 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. The position will include working closely with our Teaching team to provide support and care to pupils in our Early Years department. The role will include working alongside other team members so good communication skills are vital. About You: We are looking for a self-motivated, caring and dedicated adult who will take a pro-active role in the support of the education and social and emotional development of our pupils. Ideally you will have previous experience of working within Primary school settings and and believe in giving every child the opportunity to be the best they can be. Ideally you would be highly motivated, patient, good humoured and flexible. We are committed to safeguarding children and the successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check and will be assessed against the Childcare Disqualification Regulations. Please click here to apply! This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Organisation address: Tywardreath Primary school Southpark Road Tywardreath PL24 2PT Email: recruitment@tpacademytrust.org Website: https://www.tywardreathschool.org.uk/web/