Employment Opportunities

Teacher Talentpool

With more than 120 teachers, full time and part time, we are always on the lookout for candidates who are passionate about education and are dedicated to shaping the future of young minds to join our vibrant community. We offer a diverse range of subjects and therefore are always interested in candidates with excellent subject knowledge, positivity and energy.

If you would like to be added to our candidate database for either short term or permanent, part-time or full-time future teaching opportunities, please submit your CV to [email protected] so that we can contact you if a vacancy arises within the next 12 months. When a role comes up, we will ask you at that stage to complete an application form if you are interested in taking your application further. Please make sure you indicate what subject(s) would most be of interest to you along with the key stages you would like to teach plus your availability, so that we can accurately match your interests to any future roles. We also have cover supervisor opportunities from time to time, so please also get in touch for more information if you are interested in cover work.

We recognise the outstanding people that work across every part of our school, both in and outside of the classroom, and we support them with a fantastic range of benefits – from competitive salaries and pension plans, to free lunches and refreshments and a well-resourced wellbeing programme (including free membership of the amazing Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre), as well as continuous professional development opportunities and a culture of lifelong learning.

We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and a Disclosure and Barring Service check. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity, and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Teaching Assistant (Supporting Early Years) at Truro School Prep

30 hours per week / Permanent / Term Time Only

Salary:
You will hold two separate contracts:

• Teaching Assistant: approx. £14,352 per annum

• Breakfast Club: approx. £1,029 per annum

Working pattern:

Monday – Thursday:

·         7:45am – 8:15am (Breakfast Club)

·         8:15am – 3:45pm (Teaching Assistant role)- Includes a 30‑minute unpaid break during the school day

Start Date: September 2026

The Teaching Assistant (EYFS) will work with and support members of the teaching staff at Truro School Pre‑Prep, usually within the classroom alongside the class teacher, to support access to learning for pupils and provide general classroom support. The role focuses on supporting high‑quality childcare, play‑based learning and contributing to a safe, caring and stimulating learning environment.

Working under the direction of the class teacher and Head of EYFS, the postholder will support individual pupils and small groups, assist with learning activities and classroom organisation, and contribute to the supervision of children during outdoor learning, lunchtimes, educational visits and wraparound care, including Breakfast Club duties.

The successful candidate will hold a relevant and recognised childcare qualification (minimum NVQ Level 3 or equivalent), have good literacy and numeracy skills, and demonstrate a calm, caring and proactive approach. Experience of working with young children and an understanding of the EYFS curriculum and play‑based learning are highly desirable.

In addition to a competitive salary, we are committed to the wellbeing and development of all our staff, promoting continuous professional development, as well as free lunch and refreshments.

Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 19th May at 9am. Please note the advert may close early if the right candidate is found so early applications are encouraged.

All applications must be made using a Truro School application form. Application forms must be completed in full and returned by post or e-mail to:

Miss Abbie Carveth, HR/Recruitment Advisor- Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH

Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763

Governor

Position: Voluntary

Truro School is seeking to recruit two new Governors who are interested in applying their skills and/or experience within a rewarding voluntary role, helping to shape our young people’s future.

The Board of Governors works closely with the Head and Senior Leadership Team and acts as a “critical friend”, providing challenge and support in equal measure. Our Governors have integrity, strong personal and professional values and a willingness to challenge and ask questions along with an understanding of the needs of the business and an appreciation of the methodist ethos of the School. You will be supporting the delivery of educational excellence and be responsible for ensuring the clarity of vision, ethos and strategic direction.

We welcome interest from anyone who feels they have the right skills or experience to contribute to the work of the Board. We are particularly keen to hear from those with a professional legal qualification and from educationalists with experience in pupil inclusion and enrichment.

We actively encourage applications from all members of society, regardless of background, culture, gender, ethnicity, disability, or age.  Full training and support will be provided. Cornish residency is desirable but not essential.

For more information, please contact the Clerk to the Governor’s office: [email protected]. Truro School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.  Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring service.

If you have a passion for education and can be an active member of the Board of Governors, we are keen to hear from you.