Cornwall Council
1 to 1 Teaching Assistant
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Teaching Assistant Opportunity at St Mary’s Catholic Primary School
The Governors of St Mary’s Catholic Primary School, Penzance, are seeking to appoint a positive and inspiring 1 to 1 Teaching Assistant. They are keen to accommodate the best candidates who will make a positive impact on the school and its standards. Applicants with experience are encouraged to apply.
We Offer:
- A welcoming school with a strong Catholic ethos.
- Children who are polite, happy, and motivated to learn.
- A supportive staff team who genuinely want the best for our pupils.
- A commitment to your own professional development.
The Successful Candidate Will:
- Be happy to support the Catholic ethos of our school.
- Be committed to creating challenge, excitement, creativity, and independence in learning.
- Be dedicated to raising standards and be a good role model.
- Have excellent organisational and communication skills.
- Be dynamic, resilient, and hardworking with a positive nature.
- Be able to work as part of a team and establish positive relationships with pupils, parents, governors, and staff.
- Have a reflective and evaluative approach to their practice.
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Required Date: 01/10/2026
Salary Range: £25,185 to £25,989 (pro rata) Hourly £12.85 to £13.47
Contract: Fixed Term to Aug 2028, Part-Time 30.00 hours per week 45.2 weeks per year
Visits to the school are encouraged. To arrange a visit, please contact Jackie Merriman, Senior Administrator on 01736 330005.
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS Disclosure is required for this post.
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Closing Date: 2nd September 2026
Interviews: 7th September 2026
Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email.
Click here [https://www.st-marys-rc-pz.cornwall.sch.uk/vacancies] for more information and to apply.
This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy, therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information.
Organisation address: Peverell Road, Penzance, Cornwall, TR18 2AT
Contact detail: Jackie Merriman
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