Teaching Assistant Level 2

St John’s CE Primary School (Pemberton); Far Moor; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

St John’s CE Primary School (Pemberton) in Wigan seeks 3 Teaching Assistants to support SEND pupils, including one in EYFS. The role is 30 hours per week, term time plus 3 days, spread over 38 weeks, with a Grade 3 salary of £17,916 per year or £13.70 per hour.

The successful candidates will be confident, hardworking team players who will contribute to our Christian ethos and work closely with staff, parents and pupils to raise attainment.

Qualifications

• Support SEND children within school.
• Be a team player.
• Contribute to the strong Christian ethos of our school.
• Opportunity to work additional hours within our After School Club team.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent support for children whilst encouraging their independence and individual development.
• Support the Headteacher and staff in maintaining high standards for the children.
• Develop good relationships with pupils, parents, staff and stakeholders.

Job description

St John’s CE Primary School

Church Street

Pemberton

Wigan

WN5 0DT

3x positions

Salary: Grade 3, £17,916 per annum. £13.70 per hour

30 hours per week, term time plus 3 days, working 38 weeks per year

Temporary until 31st August 2027

Required for as soon as possible

The Governors wish to appoint 3 x Teaching Assistants (including one position in EYFS) to join our friendly and supportive team, to support SEND children within school.

The successful candidate will:

• Have the skills and understanding to provide excellent support for children whilst encouraging their independence and individual development.
• Support the Headteacher and staff in providing high standards for the children at the school.
• Be confident, committed and hard-working.
• Be a team player.
• Be approachable on a professional level.
• Be enthusiastic and willing to make a positive contribution to the school.
• Contribute to the strong Christian ethos of our school.
• Be able to develop good relationships with pupils, parents, staff and stakeholders.
• Undertake other duties as outlined in the job description.
• Have the opportunity to work additional hours within our After School Club team.

In return we offer:

• A committed, happy team of staff and Governors.
• An opportunity to work with friendly, enthusiastic children.
• An excellent place to work alongside a hardworking team of teachers and support staff.

Interview date: 22nd October 2026

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

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