Teaching Assistant Level 1

inploi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 3,000 - 4,000; Part time

Job summary

A local primary school in Wigan is looking for a dedicated Level 1 Teaching Assistant to join their caring team. The role involves supervising pupils during breaks, supporting teachers with behavior management, and assisting with personal needs, all while fostering an inclusive environment. This part-time position requires 6.25 hours of work weekly, during term time only. An understanding of child welfare and teamwork is essential. The role is subject to enhanced DBS checks.

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic and motivated.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.
• Ability to establish constructive relationships with pupils.

Responsibilities

• Supervise pupils during mid-day break.
• Support the teacher with managing behaviors.
• Assist individual pupils with eating if required.
• Maintain cleanliness during mealtimes.
• Encourage pupil interaction.

Skills

High standards and expectations

Teamwork approach

Supervision skills

Support in managing pupil behavior

First aid assistance

Job description

St Michael’s CE Primary School

Leigh Road

Howe Bridge

Atherton

M46 0PA

Salary: Grade 2, £3,448 - £3,502 per annum. £12.65 - £12.85 per hour

6.25 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Required for January 2026

The Governors are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Level 1 Teaching Assistant - Welfare, to join our friendly and caring school team.

They will need to:

• have high standards and expectations in all areas of school life and will be committed to a teamwork approach.
• supervise pupils during mid-day break in the dining hall, toilets, classrooms and school premises.
• support the teacher in managing pupil behaviour.
• assist individual pupils with eating if required.
• clean spillages and ensure that tables are clean during mealtimes.
• establish constructive relationships with pupils and interact with them according to individual needs.
• promote the inclusion and acceptance of all pupils.
• encourage pupils to interact with others and engage in activities.
• assist with first aid, sickness and other welfare issues.

St Michael’s CE Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check plus child barred list check, suitable references and a medical questionnaire.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: [phone]

E-mail: [e-mail] Website: www.howebridgestmichaels.co.uk

Interview date: Monday 12th January 2025

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position please click the links below:

Supporting Documents

• ↗ Job Description and Person Specification
• ↗ Childcare Disqualification Requirements
• ↗ DBS Policy Statement Schools
• ↗ Guidance for Safer Work Practices

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