Job Description

Specialist Teaching Assistants - Cornwall

Are you passionate about supporting children with special educational needs and helping them achieve their full potential? Tradewind Recruitment is looking for Specialist Teaching Assistants to work across a range of schools in Cornwall, supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small intervention groups.

This is a fantastic opportunity for anyone with experience in education or those coming from care, support work, youth work, or other roles with transferable skills who want to make a real difference.

The Role:

  • Supporting pupils with a variety of needs, including SEN, SEMH, and behavioural challenges

  • Delivering targeted interventions in phonics, reading, writing, and maths

  • Working closely with class teachers and SENCOs to create inclusive learning environments

  • Building positive relationships and helping pupils develop confidence and independence

About You:

  • Experience supporting children with SEN is desirable but not essential

  • A caring, patient, and proactive approach

  • Strong communication and teamwork skills

  • Open to applicants with transferable skills from care, support work, or similar backgrounds

  • Commitment to promoting a safe, positive, and inclusive school environment

What We Offer:

  • Competitive daily pay, paid weekly

  • Flexible opportunities across primary, secondary, and specialist settings

  • Ongoing training and CPD to support your development

  • Dedicated support from our friendly Cornwall-based team

Location: Across Cornwall
Start Date: Ongoing
Pay: Competitive & dependent on experience


To apply, contact:
Email: ryan.gear@twrecruitment.com
Phone: 01872 722669