Teaching Assistant Level 2 or 3

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

Westfield Community School in Wigan is seeking an experienced Teaching Assistant at Level 2 or Level 3 to join our supportive team. The post is 32.5 hours per week during term time (38 weeks per year) with salary grades 3–4 depending on qualifications and experience.

The successful candidate will have NVQ Level 2 or 3 (or equivalent), GCSEs in Maths and English, and proven ability to support pupils with additional needs within a fully inclusive school environment.

Qualifications

• Experience of working at Level 2 or Level 3
• Secure knowledge of Primary education
• An NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent
• GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
• Have proven experience of working with pupils with additional needs

Responsibilities

• Work constructively as part of a team
• Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and other professionals
• Promote inclusion of all pupils within the classroom

Skills

Teamwork

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 or equivalent

GCSE Maths and English

Primary education knowledge

Job description

Westfield Community School

Montrose Avenue,

Pemberton

WN5 9XN

This is a single vacancy, with the level and grade dependent on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience:

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Salary: Grade 3, £19,367 per annum. £13.69 per hour

Teaching Assistant Level 3

Salary: Grade 4, £19,367 - £20,307 per annum. £13.69 - £14.36 per hour

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

Required as soon as possible

The candidate will be required to work 32.5 hours per week - term-time only

We are looking to employ an experienced Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work within our thriving school. We can offer you:

• working within a school that is built on an ethos of HOPE
• High Expectations
• Opportunities for all
• Progress
• Enjoyment
• working with committed and enthusiastic colleagues
• commitment to continued professional development
• opportunity to work within a fully inclusive school
• pupils who are well behaved and enthusiastic to learn

The suitable candidate must have:

• Experience of working at either Level 2 or Level 3
• Secure knowledge of Primary education
• An NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent
• GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English
• Have proven experience of working with pupils with additional needs

The candidate must also be able to:

• Work constructively as part of a team
• Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and other professionals
• Promote inclusion of all pupils within the classroom

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email of the interview arrangements. Please ensure your correct email address is provided on your application form.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and adhere to the school s child protection policies and procedures.

All candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK and comply with the Immigrations, Asylum and Nationality Act regulations.

Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.

This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore Exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

In line with recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates are also required to complete a self‑declaration of any criminal records or information that would make you unsuitable to work with children.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on Tel: [phone] E‑mail: [e-mail] Website: www.westfield.wigan.sch.uk

The closing date is Thursday 22nd October at 12 midnight.

Interview date: Week commencing 2nd November 2026 - You will be contacted if you are selected for interview.

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

The employer is committed to safeguarding