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Flexible Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistants

  1. Teaching Assistant
  2. Wigan
Date posted : 13/08/25
  1. Flexible Working
£89.44 - 120.00 per day

Job description

Flexible Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant – Wigan
Location: Wigan
Start Date: Immediate and September 2025 starts available
Daily Rate: £90 – £120

Are you a Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant looking for more flexibility in your working week? Whether you’re balancing family commitments, studying part-time, or simply seeking a better work-life balance, this role gives you the freedom to choose when and where you work, while continuing to make a difference in the classroom.

Teaching Personnel is partnering with a range of supportive primary schools across Wigan to offer short-term, long-term, and day-to-day opportunities for skilled Level 3 Teaching Assistants. This is the perfect chance to gain experience across different age groups and school settings without committing to a permanent post.

What the Role Offers:

  • The freedom to choose your working days and locations.
  • Opportunities to work across EYFS, Key Stage 1, and Key Stage 2.
  • Support for small group interventions, 1:1 assistance, and general classroom support.
  • Competitive weekly pay.
  • Ongoing guidance from a dedicated recruitment consultant.

What We’re Looking For:

  • A recognised Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent).
  • Recent classroom experience supporting teaching and learning in a primary setting
  • The ability to adapt to different school environments and pupil needs.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • An Enhanced Child Workforce DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply).

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

  • Competitive weekly pay.
  • Complete control over your working schedule.
  • Access to CPD and training opportunities through our CPD Academy.
  • Priority access to vacancies in friendly, well-managed schools.
  • Ongoing support from a knowledgeable, approachable team.

If you’re ready to enjoy more flexibility while continuing to support pupils, apply today with your most recent CV to register your interest!

All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and training for this role. Please see the FAQ’s on the Teaching Personnel website for details.
All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
Teaching Personnel is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. We undertake safeguarding checks on all workers in accordance with DfE statutory guidance ‘Keeping Children Safe in Education’ this may also include an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted applicants.
We offer all our registered candidates FREE child protection and prevent duty training. All candidates must undertake or have undertaken a valid enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. Full assistance provided.
For details of our privacy policy, please visit the Teaching Personnel website.

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