Early Years Teaching Assistant

Truro and Penwith Academy Trust, together with Hillfort Primary School are seeking to appoint a dynamic, caring, and committed Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Teaching Assistant. Situated in Liskeard, a vibrant community setting, our school prides itself on providing a safe, stimulating, and nurturing environment where our youngest learners can thrive.

The successful candidate will work closely with the EYFS Class Teacher to support the delivery of the Early Years curriculum. You will play a vital role in creating a rich learning environment that fosters curiosity, independence, and a love for learning. Day-to-day responsibilities will include supporting child-initiated play, leading small group interventions (such as phonics or early number work), observing and documenting children's development, and ensuring the safety and well-being of all children.

About You

You will have a deeply child-centred approach and a genuine passion for early childhood development. Ideally, you will have experience working within an EYFS setting and a strong understanding of the "Characteristics of Effective Learning."

We are looking for someone who:

Possesses an enthusiastic, warm, and patient nature, with the ability to build quick and trusting relationships with young children and their families.

Is highly creative and proactive, confident in supporting learning both indoors and in our outdoor provision (regardless of the weather!).

Has good knowledge of early literacy/systematic synthetic phonics (e.g., Read Write Inc) and early mathematics.

Experience of The ShREC Approach, which engages our children in high quality interactions

Demonstrates strong communication skills and an ability to work collaboratively within a dedicated team.

Shares our vision and values to ensure every child gets the very best start to their educational journey.

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.

Please note we do not accept CV's.

The closing date for receiving applications isThursday 9^th July at Midday (12pm)

If you wish to discuss this position ahead of applying, please contact Gregor Campbell (Headteacher) on 01579 343443

Interviews to be held week commencing 13^th July 2026

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.