Teaching Assistant Level 2

inploi; Wigan; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

A primary education institution in Tyldesley is seeking a highly motivated teaching assistant to support children's learning in all aspects. The role is suitable for both newly qualified and experienced teaching assistants and offers opportunities for professional development. The successful candidate will work within a dedicated team and contribute to a nurturing environment focused on the needs of every child.

Benefits

Opportunities for further professional development

Support from skilled teachers and staff

Being part of a dynamic and passionate team

Qualifications

• Confidently support quality first teaching of children alongside the class teacher.
• Willingness to engage in further training.
• Commitment to safeguarding children.

Responsibilities

• Support children’s learning in all aspects.
• Work with the school’s Inclusion and Pastoral Team.
• Support individual groups with special educational needs.

Skills

Good numeracy skills

Good literacy skills

Good communication skills

Ability to use ICT to support learning

Education

Relevant teaching assistant qualification

Job description

Overview

Leading Learners Academy Trust Tyldesley Primary School is seeking a highly motivated teaching assistant to join our enthusiastic team. The successful candidate will provide support for pupils and play a key role in supporting children’s learning in all aspects. This role is suitable for both a newly qualified Teaching Assistant or a more experienced Teaching Assistant.

Employer: Leading Learners Academy Trust Tyldesley Primary School, not Wigan Council

Location: Ennerdale Road, Astley, Tyldesley, M29 7PY

Salary: Grade 3, £17,647 - £18,207 per annum; £12.85 - £13.26 per hour

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Contract: Temporary until 31st August 2026 (with potential for contract to be reviewed after 12 months)

Required as soon as possible

Responsibilities

• Hold a relevant teaching assistant qualification.
• Confidently support quality first teaching of children alongside the class teacher.
• Have good numeracy, literacy and communication skills.
• Be willing to engage in further training.
• Be willing to help with self-care skills if needed.
• Have a commitment to safeguarding children.
• Be able to use ICT to support learning.
• Nurture, inspire and motivate, and contribute effectively to the vision and values of our school.

We can offer you

• The opportunity to be part of a dynamic and passionate team.
• Teachers and support staff who are dedicated, skilled and hardworking to work alongside you.
• Opportunities for further professional development.
• A school where every child really does matter.
• An academy trust that places the children at the centre.

You will work as a member of an established team, with the support of the school’s Inclusion and Pastoral Team and will contribute to the wider school community. You will need to demonstrate the ability to work with teachers and also work independently to support individual groups with special educational needs, as well as support small groups of pupils.

Tyldesley Primary School is part of the Leading Learners Academy Trust (LLAT), and work alongside our Trust to ensure high quality teaching, learning and opportunities for all our pupils.

How to apply and contact

For enquiries regarding the position or to arrange a visit, please contact the school via the email below or contact Paula Revell, Office Manager, on 01942 882870. If you would like to apply for the position, please return the completed form to [e-mail].

Closing date for applications: Wednesday 1st October 2025

Interviews: Monday 6th October 2025 onwards

Safeguarding: This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check. The employer is committed to safeguarding.

Additional information

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