KS1 Teaching Assistant - Cornerstone Academy Trust
- Exeter, Devon
- Multiple Terms
- Please see the advert text for a breakdown of the salary
Are you ready to make a real difference in children’s lives? Join Cornerstone Academy Trust as a Reception Teaching Assistant and help shape confident, capable learners in a future-ready environment.
This is an exciting time to join Cornerstone Academy Trust, with schools located in Exeter, East Devon, and the coastal town of Barnstaple in North Devon. Our Trust is nationally and internationally recognised for outstanding and innovative education. We lead several Department for Education ‘centres of excellence’ and support schools across the country with professional development and school improvement strategies.
Your Role
- Support teachers in delivering a rich, project-based curriculum
- Assist with classroom setup, pupil records, and admin tasks
- Lead reading groups, PE sessions, and accompany school trips
- Mentor and tutor pupils to help them thrive academically and personally
- Embrace digital learning and help prepare pupils for the 21st-century world
What You'll Bring
- Experience working with children in Key Stage 1
- A nurturing, tech-savvy, and proactive mindset
- A passion for education and a commitment to pupil success
Hours and Salary
- 8:30am – 3:30pm, five days per week, 40 weeks per year (Term time + 10 days)
- Actual salary starting from £18,096 (full time equivalent salary £23,557)
What We Offer
- Generous pension scheme
- Health and cycle-to-work schemes
- Subsidised meals from in-house chefs
- State-of-the-art IT equipment
- Extensive training and development
Apply Today
Be bold. Be inspiring. Be part of something bigger.
Please complete the online application form by visiting: www.tcat.education/vacancies
Closing Date: 14th December 2025.
Interview Date: May be held as applications are received.
Job Details
- OrganisationOther Organisations
- Work LocationExeterDevon
- Reference
AC5821
- Occupational GroupEducation Support
- Salary Details
Please see the advert text for a breakdown of the salary
- Job TermPermanent
- Appointment TypeFull TimeTerm Time
- Hours
Please see the advert text regarding the hours of work
- Closing Date
14/12/2025
- DBS Check Required
Yes