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Teacher Talentpool

Visual Content and Communications Officer

Lifeguard/Sports Assistant

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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 recruitment@truroschool.com 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.

Visual Content and Communications Officer

Part-Time / Permanent / All Year Round

Salary: Salary: FTE salary of £24,668 – £27,635pa (dependent on skills and experience). This will be pro rata based on your contracted hours

Start Date: September 2025

This is an exciting opportunity to join the marketing team at Truro School. The Visual Content and Communications Officer will play a vital role in our small but dynamic team, working closely with the Head of Marketing and Communications to deliver impactful campaigns that support pupil recruitment and enhance the school’s reputation locally, nationally, and internationally.

A key focus of this role is creating compelling visual and written content that captures the spirit and achievements of Truro School. The successful candidate will be a confident storyteller with a strong eye for photography and videography, and a passion for engaging diverse audiences across platforms.

This is a part-time role working 22.5 hours a week. The core hours are Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday, 8:30am – 5pm with 1-hour unpaid break. However, flexibility with hours will be needed to cover the work required. Based on your fte of 0.6, your actual salary will be £14,801 – £16,581pa based on the 2024/25 salary scales (dependent on skills and experience).

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 DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date for applications is Friday 29th August, 2025 at 9.00am. Please note this advert may close earlier if suitable applications are received prior to the closing date.

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: recruitment@truroschool.com, Tel: 01872 272763

Lifeguard/Sports Assistant

£12.62 per hour (£10.00ph for U18’s)

Start Date: September, 2025

We are looking for friendly and motivated Lifeguards/Sports Assistants to provide daily support to the Duty Manager in the effective operation of the Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre and ensuring the safety of pool users by preventing and responding to emergencies. You’ll assist in making sure all facilities are safe and clean, and work as part of the lifeguard team in ensuring health and safety on the poolside, and provide first response to any rescue/first aid needs.

You’ll also support the preparation of sports equipment including setting up, issue and recovery of equipment as required for each activity as well as undertaking administrative and reception duties relating to bookings and issuing tickets.

From September, we have a variety of shifts available during the weekday evenings and weekends depending on availability. Shift patterns and confirmation of hours can be discussed at interview.

Full job description and person specification available on the Truro School website.

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 DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 19 August 2025 at 9.00am. Please note this advert may close earlier if suitable applications are received prior to the closing date.

All applications must be made using the 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: recruitment@truroschool.com, Tel: 01872 272763

Sports Centre Duty Manager (Gym Operations)

Part time / Permanent / All Year Round

Start Date: September 2025 

Hours: 34 hours per week

Salary: £25,899 – £26,540pa, dependant on qualifications and experience.

The Duty Manager supports the Sports Centre Manager in the smooth and effective operation of the Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre, with a particular focus on the day-to-day running of the gym, including equipment oversight, fitness areas, community memberships, and customer enquiries.

We’re looking for an experienced supervisor—preferably with a background in gyms or the wider fitness industry—who has excellent communication skills and a commitment to outstanding customer service. The ideal candidate will be confident in leading a team, managing gym operations, and handling administrative and IT tasks efficiently. Training in RLSS, First Aid, and Gym Instruction can be provided for the right candidate.

This role is a permanent, part-time position working 34 hours per week, all year round. The shifts will be scheduled in advance, but they will include working every Saturday and weekday evening shifts.

Full job description and person specification available on the Truro School website.

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, staff discount, and membership of the superb Sir Ben Ainslie Sports Centre.

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 DBS. We embrace diversity and promote equality of opportunity. We welcome applications from all sections of the community.

Closing date for applications is Tuesday 19th August 2025 at 9.00am with interviews taking place on Friday 22nd August 2025. We may close the advert earlier if a suitable candidate is found.

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 A Carveth, HR Advisor, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro TR1 1TH

Email: recruitment@truroschool.com, Tel: 01872 272763


 

Truro School is committed to providing the best possible care and education to its pupils and students and a supportive and balanced working environment to its staff.

The School recognises the importance of attracting, recruiting and retaining excellent staff who share our vision to be a beacon of inclusive excellence, producing confident, tolerant and enthusiastic young people who enjoy working with others and are ready to influence the world. We are also committed to ensuring the best possible environment for the children and young people in our care.

For more information about Truro School’s recruitment and selection process, please view our ‘Recruitment and Selection Policy’ on the Policies page of the website (link below):

The Truro School Identity

Our school motto, Esse Quam Videri (to be, rather than to seem to be), captures the essence of our identity and is defined by the 5 C's below. Underpinned by strong Christian principles, we are a caring and inclusive community which values, nurtures and develops each individual.

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