Flexible Teaching Assistants Required

Teaching Personnel; Wigan; Hybrid; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education provider is looking for flexible and dedicated Teaching Assistants in Wigan. This role offers opportunities to work in primary and secondary schools, supporting students in mainstream and SEN settings. Candidates will benefit from training and support, along with the potential for temp-to-perm roles, making a tangible difference in students' educational experiences.

Benefits

Flexible working options

Access to accredited Teaching Assistant training

Personalised support from local consultants

Opportunities for long-term positions

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people in any setting.
• Willingness to obtain a Child Workforce DBS.
• Passionate about helping students succeed.

Responsibilities

• Support students in mainstream and SEN settings.
• Work in both primary and secondary schools across Wigan.
• Engage with and motivate students in their learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamworking

Adaptability

Reliability

Enthusiasm

Education

Child Workforce DBS

Job description

Are you looking for a meaningful role where you can make a real difference in the classroom?
Would you like the flexibility to work full-time, part-time, or on a day-to-day basis across the Wigan area?

Teaching Personnel are proud to be working in collaboration with a range of primary and secondary schools throughout Wigan, offering adaptable Teaching Assistant roles to support students in both mainstream and SEN settings. Whether you're an experienced TA or just beginning your journey in education, we have roles to match your availability and aspirations.

What We Can Offer You:

• A variety of positions in both primary and secondary schools across Wigan
• Flexible options: full-time, part-time, or day-to-day supply work
• Potential for temp-to-perm roles for those seeking long-term placements
• Access to accredited Level 2 and Level 3 Teaching Assistant training
• Supportive and inclusive school environments
• Convenient access to schools via public transport or car

We’re Looking for Candidates Who:

• Have experience working with children or young people (in any setting)
• Are genuinely passionate about helping students succeed
• Hold (or are willing to obtain) a Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service
• Are adaptable, reliable, and enthusiastic in different school settings
• Possess strong interpersonal and teamworking skills

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• The UK’s leading provider of education staff
• Exclusive access to our CPD Academy for professional development
• Personalised support from your local Wigan-based consultant
• Opportunities to build long-term relationships within schools

If you're interested in this opportunity, please apply with your CV and a consultant will be in contact within 2 working days.

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
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