Description We have an exciting opportunity to join our friendly and caring school in the heart of the St Levan community. From the beginning of the summer term, we are looking to appoint an EYFS/KS1 Teaching Assistant who is looking for a rewarding role in our school covering a maternity leave. The role will be supporting our infant class and will be a full-time maternity cover post. We are seeking a passionate, dedicated and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is an excellent classroom practitioner, good communicator and team player. The successful candidate will be able to nurture and encourage creative, kind and resilient learners who are reflective, inquisitive and determined in all they do. We are looking for; • A successful Teaching Assistant who is able to raise and sustain high standards; • A colleague who has excellent interpersonal skills with pupils, staff and parents; • A reflective practitioner with a sense of humour and a good understanding of emotional intelligence; • A flexible person who can contribute to our dedicated and hard-working team; • An individual who has high standards and expectations of both themselves and others; • A person who can enthuse, inspire and motivate children; • A well organised colleague, who is able to prioritise and willing to work hard as part of our school team; • An individual who is supportive of and sympathetic to the ethos of the school; • A practitioner who is able to support the children as a unique individual and who is not afraid to do things differently; • Someone who understands that inclusion is not everyone doing the same thing at the same time in the same way. We can offer: • A very supportive school; where children are put firmly at the heart of everything we do; • A chance to thrive in an ambitious school, working in partnership with a Headteacher who is passionate and determined to continue the school’s journey to excellence whilst maintaining a nurturing and supportive ethos for everyone in the school; • A friendly and supportive team who are dedicated to school improvement and enjoyment of school life; • Motivated and happy children who are keen to learn and are enthusiastic about school; • A warm, friendly, caring working environment with dedicated, interested and enthused staff; • Ongoing development opportunities to challenge and support you professionally; • Genuine value and support of staff well-being. Visits to the school are warmly welcomed, please contact the school secretary, Cassandra Crisp by phone (01736 810486) or email; secretaryst-levan.cornwall.sch.uk Closing Date: Thursday 27th April, 2025 Interview Date: Tuesday 1st April, 2025 Completed applications should be returned to the school via email to the Executive Headteacher: Mrs Jodie Flynn headst-levan.cornwall.sch.uk 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. Information Pack This is not a Cornwall Council vacancy therefore please contact the organisation direct for further information. Organisation address: St Levan Primary School, The Bottoms, St Levan, Penzance, TR19 6HD Contact detail: Mrs Jodie Flynn Email: headst-levan.cornwall.sch.uk Website: www.st-levan-primary-school.org.uk Link to apply https://www.st-levan-primary-school.org.uk/website/vacancies/691627