Teaching Assistant. Job in Wigan Education & Training Jobs

Tradewind Recruitment; Chorley; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a hardworking Level 2 Primary Teaching Assistant to join a well-regarded primary school on the outskirts of Wigan. The role involves supporting Key Stage 1 pupils and creating a positive learning environment. The position offers long-term stability and is set to start in January until July 2026.

Benefits

On-site free parking

Access to over 2,500 CPD courses

Flexible working options

Supportive team environment

Qualifications

• Hold a L2 or above teaching assistant qualification or equivalent.
• Subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure.
• Legal right to work in the UK is required.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils across Key Stage 1.
• Create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Skills

Organised

Dedicated

Positive attitude

Experience working across KS1

Education

Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification

Job description

Level 2 Primary Teaching Assistant
Location: Outskirts of Wigan
Hours: 8:30am - 3:30pm
Daily Rate: 89- 99

Tradewind are currently seeking a hardworking, organised, and dedicated Level 2 Primary Teaching Assistant to join an oversubscribed and highly regarded primary school on the outskirts of Wigan. This long-term role will begin in January and will continue for 2 terms until July 2026.

As a valued member of the team, you will be supporting pupils across Key Stage 1, helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment. The school is well-known for its supportive staff, strong leadership, and commitment to pupil progress.

What the school offers:

• A welcoming and collaborative team
• Supportive SLT and excellent staff morale
• Experience working across KS1
• Long-term stability

Accessibility:

The school benefits from on-site free parking and is easily accessible by car. It is also well served by public transport with convenient nearby bus routes.

If you are an enthusiastic Level 2 Teaching Assistant ready to contribute to a thriving school community, we would love to hear from you!

To join us and be successful in this Teaching Assistant role you will need to:

• Hold a L2 or above teaching assistant or equivalent qualification
• This position is subject to an Enhanced DBS Disclosure, Overseas Police Clearances (if applicable) and professional reference checks
• Your CV must cover the last 10 years of employment history where possible and any employment breaks must be explained
• You must have the legal right to work in the UK

If you're an experienced primary teaching looking for an exciting new opportunity and would like to register with Tradewind Recruitment, please apply now and take the next step in your teaching career! Or for more information about the role, contact Lindsey Pennington on (phone number removed) /

The benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment;

• Your income matters; we will always seek to get you the highest rate of pay and will provide you with the best possible advice
• Your development matters; we offer our people free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars and resources via the incredible National College
• Your flexibility matters; we tailor the working week to you - daily supply, long-term contracts and permanent positions available local to you
• Your wellbeing matters; we put people at the heart of everything we do and are proudly a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for 4 years running
• We pride ourselves on our exceptional service to our candidates and are proudly an Equal Opportunities Employer