Level 2 and 3 Teaching Assistants

Permanent Level 2 & Level 3 Teaching Assistants – Secondary School, Westhoughton (BL5)
Contract: Permanent, Full-Time & Part-Time Positions Available
Start Date: September 2025
Bonus: £200 Welcome Bonus

We are working with a welcoming and supportive secondary school in Westhoughton who are looking to appoint passionate Level 2 and Level 3 Teaching Assistants from September 2025.

These roles will involve providing in-class support across a range of subjects, working with small groups, and delivering one-to-one interventions to pupils who may need additional help to achieve their full potential. You’ll work closely with teaching staff to create a positive learning environment and make a real difference in students’ education.

The school is easily accessible from the M61, with strong public transport links and free on-site parking.

Requirements:

• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (or equivalent)

• Enhanced Child DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply)

• Experience supporting pupils in a secondary school setting (desirable but not essential)

• Ability to work closely with teachers to support lesson delivery, learning, and behaviour management

• A positive, proactive approach with a passion for helping young people

• Understanding of safeguarding and child protection responsibilities

What’s on Offer:

• Permanent employment in a friendly, inclusive secondary school

• £200 Welcome Bonus once you have completed your first term (T&Cs apply)

• Opportunities to work across Key Stages 3 and 4 with a variety of learners

• Access to CPD opportunities through Teaching Personnel’s CPD Academy

• Support and guidance from a dedicated Teaching Personnel consultant

If you are a Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant seeking a secure, rewarding role in a supportive secondary school, we would love to hear from you.

Apply now with your up-to-date CV to be considered for this role.

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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.
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