Vacancies

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.

In accordance with our policies, we are unable to process applications through CV. Only applications made on a fully completed Penryn College application form will be considered.

Please return completed application forms along with your covering letter to: vacancies@penryn-college.cornwall.sch.uk or post to: HR Office, Penryn College, Kernick Road, Penryn, TR10 8PZ.

To view our Recruitment Policy, please click here.

Our current vacancies

Educational Support Officer

We require an Educational Support Officer to play an active part in ensuring that the College’s outcomes for students including high need SEN and behaviour students are achieved.

You will be an active and resourceful part of an Educational Support team that delivers responsive and effective support to students, with the ability to build and sustain positive relationships with students and parents and to overcome barriers to learning both inside and outside school.

The hours 37 per week, Monday to Friday to be worked between 8:15am and 4:30pm, on a rota basis, with a 30-minute unpaid lunch break each day. The salary is proportionately reduced in the number of weeks worked during the year. The position is paid for 44.944 weeks per year. The role is paid on a grade F1 (£24,678) with a starting salary of £21, 272.11 pro rata, per annum.

The closing date for application forms is 10th  November at 9am

Exams Assistant

We are seeking to appoint a dedicated and highly organised Examinations Assistant to join our Exams Team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting the smooth and efficient delivery of both internal and external examinations.

Key responsibilities will include:

·         Assisting with the organisation and administration of examination processes.

·         Ensuring compliance with examination regulations and safeguarding protocols.

·         Maintaining accurate records and documentation related to examinations.

This is a part-time, term-time position, which also includes attendance on INSET days and an additional 12 working days outside of term time to support examination and result periods.

The role is paid on a Grade E1, with a full-time equivalent salary of £24,530 per annum. Actual working hours and pro-rata salary will be confirmed during the interview process.

The closing date for application forms is Friday 14^th November 2025 at 9:00am.

Cleaning Supervisor

Penryn College is seeking a dedicated working Cleaning Supervisor to join our team and ensure our school environment remains clean, safe, and welcoming for students and staff alike.

Closing Date: 5^th November 2025

Interviews: 9^th November 2025.

Exam Invigilators

We are seeking to appoint Examination Invigilators to assist the Lead Invigilator and Examinations Officer with the effective administration and supervision of examinations.

The principal examination period takes place during May and June; however, additional examinations and assessments are conducted at various times throughout the academic year.

If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete the Support Staff Application Form.

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