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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.
Full Time / All Year Round / Fixed term (Mat Cover)
Circa £34, 000 (dependent upon skills and experience)
Start Date: As soon as possible
We are seeking a motivated and positive individual to join our busy HR team to support the amazing staff team at Truro School.
Working across the Prep and Senior sites, you will support the HR Director in implementing all aspects of HR processes throughout the School. As well as supporting employees and line managers in employee relations work, this generalist HR role covers training and development, compliance and data reporting, and the development of wellbeing initiatives for our employees. You will also support the Recruitment Advisor in the recruitment, induction and onboarding of new members of staff.
This is a fantastic opportunity for an established HR professional to develop key skills and gain valuable experience in a holistic and caring education environment. To be successful, you will display exceptional attention to detail and will be adaptable, flexible, and with a can-do attitude.
You will need to be pro-active and motivated, and be able to communicate efficiently with people at all levels in the organisation. Ideally you will be CIPD qualified to a minimum of level 5.
In return, we offer a comprehensive package of benefits including excellent pension, fee remission, both an electric car and cycle to work salary sacrifice scheme, excellent CPD opportunities, and fantastic working facilities including free lunch, onsite parking 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 and welcome applications from all sections of the community.
Closing date for applications is Tuesday 26 May at 9.00am. We may close the advert earlier if a suitable candidate is found so an early application is 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:
Rachel Henderson, HR Director, Truro School, Trennick Lane, Truro, TR1 1TH
Email: [email protected], Tel: 01872 272763
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
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.
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):
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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Curiosity to always want to discover and learn more, academically and more widely too.
Because we believe that academic excellence is an important part of human excellence. Every child is an individual and we celebrate and develop their uniqueness, helping them to become an independent learner and encouraging each child to explore, understand and cultivate their talent and abilities, whatever they may be.
Compassion to understand and champion the needs of others, in our community and beyond.
Because our mission challenges us to be a vibrant community which enables people to live their lives to the full and transform society for the better. Located in the heart of Cornwall, our distinctive, serene location supports the development of balanced, unpretentious and reflective children who understand their role as global citizens.
Confidence to build resilience by learning from both successes and failures alike.
Because we want every pupil to be comfortable in their own skin, celebrating the uniqueness of each individual in the school community. Through drama, presenting and public speaking opportunities, as well as appearing in productions and concerts, pupils learn key communication skills and gain the confidence to prosper in the real world.
Creativity to be imaginative in how we express ourselves and approach new challenges.
Because we value the development of pupils’ imaginative and creative dimensions as well as their characters. Through a broad curriculum and wide range of co-curricular activities, pupils discover the important balance between creative and logical thinking. These opportunities are fundamental to ensuring your son or daughter discovers their hidden gifts, developing a sense of individuality and a confidence in their own abilities.
Courage to enjoy becoming the very best of who we are, with integrity and ambition.
Because we believe that essential life skills are often best taught outside of the classroom, balancing an academic education. Through a wide-ranging co-curricular programme, we offer every child the chance to participate, perform and lead in the fields of their choice. In a competitive world these opportunities are fundamental to ensuring your son or daughter develops essential life skills and an ambition for life.
Truro School is part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust (MIST)
MIST Registered Office: 66 Lincoln’s Inn Fields, London WC2A 3LH
Charity No. 1142794
Company No. 7649422
