Teaching Assistant

Teaching Personnel; Westhoughton; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-time hours

Long-term role

Consultant support

Education opportunities

Permanent potential

Job summary

Teaching Personnel is working with a secondary school in Westhoughton to appoint a committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school. This full-time role starts in September 2026 and may suit an experienced TA, graduate, or someone seeking to build further experience in education.

The role involves supporting pupils in the classroom, collaborating with teaching staff, and providing individual and small-group support to help learners access the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Supporting pupils within the classroom.
• Working alongside teaching staff to support learning.
• Providing individual and small-group support.
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement.
• Helping pupils access the curriculum effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils within the classroom.
• Work alongside teaching staff to support learning.
• Provide individual and small-group support to pupils.
• Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons.
• Help pupils access the curriculum effectively.

Skills

Classroom support

Pupil engagement

Behaviour management

Small-group support

Education

Experience in school setting

Job description

Teaching Assistant - Full-Time | Westhoughton

Teaching Personnel are working with a secondary school in Westhoughton who are looking to appoint a committed Teaching Assistant to support pupils across the school.

This is a full-time opportunity starting in September 2026 and would be ideal for an experienced TA, graduate or someone looking to build further experience within education.

The role will involve:

• Supporting pupils within the classroom
• Working alongside teaching staff to support learning
• Providing individual and small-group support
• Encouraging positive behaviour and engagement
• Helping pupils access the curriculum effectively

Previous experience working within a school setting is desirable, although applicants with relevant transferable experience will also be considered.

Benefits:

• Competitive daily pay
• Full-time hours available
• Long-term opportunity
• Support from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant
• Access to a wide range of local education opportunities
• Potential for permanent employment

This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to secure consistent work within a secondary school setting.