Teaching Assistant Level 2

The Wings’ CE Trust; Atherton; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 20,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

CPD opportunities

Online training library

Staff Flu vaccinations

Job summary

The Wings’ CE Trust is seeking a Teaching Assistant Level 2 at Leigh CE Primary in Leigh, WN7 1LP. The role is 30 hours per week, term time (38 weeks per year), salary Grade 3, £17,878 per annum (£13.69 per hour). Temporary until 31 August 2027.

A supportive, faith-informed school ethos and safeguarding focus are central to the role. Experience in primary settings and a Level 2 TA qualification are essential.

Qualifications

• Experience of working with children in a primary school setting.
• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Fully supports the ethos and aims of the school.
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations.
• Ensure the wellbeing of the children is always maintained.
• Experience of working with children of relevant age in a learning environment and with pupils with additional social and emotional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality learning activities across the primary age range.
• Work with individuals and small groups of pupils to reinforce learning and promote progress.
• Provide targeted support for children with additional learning needs where required.
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assist with classroom preparation, resources, and displays.
• Encourage pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Support pupils during lessons, breaktimes, educational visits, and school activities.
• Promote safeguarding and the wellbeing of all children at all times.

Skills

Primary school experience

Team player

Adaptability

Education

Teaching Assistant Level 2 qualification

Job description

Please note the employer for this position is not Wigan Council

Leigh CE Primary

Henrietta Street

Leigh

WN7 1LP

Salary: Grade 3, £17,878 per annum. £13.69 per hour

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

Temporary until 31st August 2027

Required for: as soon as possible following completed satisfactory references and checks.

Teaching Assistant Level 2

As a Church school trust, our schools are shaped by a clear Christian vision that underpins policy, practice and relationships, enabling all members of the school community to flourish. This vision informs our commitment to inclusive education, high expectations and the wellbeing of all. All staff, regardless of role or personal faith, are expected to support and contribute to the distinctive Christian character of our schools, uphold each school’s vision and values in their daily work, and promote an environment in which every child is known, valued and enabled to thrive academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually.

In this role you will also be working with children with special educational needs. We are seeking applications from exceptional individuals, with the highest aspirations and expectations for young people. If you want to ‘create a better future’ for children every working day, this is an ideal position for someone who is a team player, has a positive attitude and understands the importance of providing a safe learning environment.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our Trust, and applicants must feel comfortable in contributing to the ethos of a church school.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support teachers in delivering high-quality learning activities across the primary age range.
• Work with individuals and small groups of pupils to reinforce learning and promote progress.
• Provide targeted support for children with additional learning needs where required.
• Help maintain a safe, positive, and stimulating classroom environment.
• Assist with classroom preparation, resources, and displays.
• Encourage pupils’ social, emotional, and behavioural development.
• Support pupils during lessons, breaktimes, educational visits, and school activities.
• Promote safeguarding and the wellbeing of all children at all times.

The successful candidate would:

• Experience of working with children in a primary school setting.
• A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
• Fully supports the ethos and aims of the school
• Be able to adapt and respond appropriately to challenging situations
• Ensure the wellbeing of the children is always maintained
• Experience of working with children of relevant age in a learning environment and with pupils with additional social and emotional needs.

The Wings’ CE Trust can offer:

• An opportunity to work within a welcoming and enthusiastic environment with wonderful children, supportive staff, governors, and parents.
• A team of dedicated and hardworking staff
• A welcoming and friendly Christian ethos
• Excellent CPD opportunities and access to a library of on-line training courses
• Entry into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• A range of employee benefits which support your wellbeing that includes a confidential Employee Assistance Programme
• Staff Flu vaccinations

You should ensure your application form and supporting statement address all elements of the person specification. We will only consider candidates who meet the majority of the essential criteria outlined in the person specification.

Safeguarding Statement

The Wings CE Trust is an equal opportunities employer and are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We hope that after considering the post details and School information available on the website that you choose to apply for the post as you believe you can contribute positively to the department, the ethos of the school and to ensure that our students make the progress we expect.

All appointments are made in accordance with safer recruitment practices and the statutory guidance in Keeping Children Safe in Education. Online checks will be carried out on all shortlisted candidates, and all appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and checks regarding suitability to work with children

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

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

Interview date: 22nd September 2026

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

The employer is committed to safeguarding

Supporting Documents

• Job Specification
• DBS Policy Statement – Schools
• Guidance for Safer Working Practice
• Childcare Disqualification Requirements