Teaching Assistant Level 2/Play Worker

Wigan Council; Wigan; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Wigan Council is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant Level 2/Play Worker to support SEND students at St Wilfrid’s Church of England Primary Academy. The role involves personalized support for children, effective collaboration with staff and external agencies, and participation in after-school care provisions. Applications are encouraged from enthusiastic and caring candidates committed to the educational development of students.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Strong support for staff

Qualifications

• Experienced practitioner required with specific support skills for children with SEND.
• Motivated and dedicated to providing high-quality specialist support.
• Expected to support after-school care duties.

Responsibilities

• Support SEND students with personalized learning.
• Collaborate with educators and agencies for curriculum access.
• Engage in the wrap-around care provision when required.

Skills

Excellent basic skills

Enthusiasm

Flexibility

Organization

Patience

Caring

Education

Level 2 qualification in Teaching Assistance

Job description

Teaching Assistant Level 2/Play Worker, Wigan

Location: Wigan, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Reference: c3e2a2211b5c

Job Views: 7

Posted: 02.06.2025

Expiry Date: 17.07.2025

Job Description:

Standish St Wilfrid’s CE Primary Academy

Rectory Lane, Wigan, WN6 0XB

Position: Teaching Assistant Level 2 / Play Worker (It is expected that one person will take up both posts)

Hours: Teaching Assistant Level 2 - 28.75 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working (39 weeks per year); Play Worker - 9 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working (39 weeks per year)

Start Date: September 2025

The Governors of St Wilfrid’s Church of England Primary Academy are seeking a dedicated and motivated Level 2 Teaching Assistant to support SEND students, working with individuals or groups with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

You will collaborate with the SENDCo, class teachers, and external agencies to provide personalized support, enabling children to access a relevant curriculum and maximize their learning.

The role also includes some responsibilities in our wrap-around care provision.

The successful candidate will:

• Possess excellent basic skills
• Provide specific support to promote positive progress for children with SEND
• Be an experienced practitioner
• Be enthusiastic, hardworking, flexible, well-organized, patient, and caring
• Deliver high-quality specialist support to pupil learning
• Support after-school care across the school

We offer professional development opportunities and strong support for our staff.

The Kidz Klub operates from 7:45 am to 9:00 am and from 3:15 pm to 6:00 pm.

The exact hours will be confirmed at interview.

For further details, contact Mrs. Rose Crompton, Trust Finance and Operations Director, at 01257 423992 or [emailprotected]. Applications should be returned to the school.

Interview date: Monday 23rd June 2025

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

The employer is committed to safeguarding.

To view details and access the application form, please click the links below.