Teaching Assistant

Primary Teaching Assistant required for a welcoming Primary School in the Wigan area.

If you are an experienced Teaching Assistant or a Graduate looking to pursue a career in education, this is a rewarding opportunity to support pupils within a nurturing and inclusive school environment.

Primary Teaching Assistant

• Full-time role – required immediately
• Supporting pupils across EYFS, KS1 and KS2 depending on experience
• Pay dependent on experience 
• Temporary 12-month position, with potential for permanent appointment
• Located in Wigan, accessible from Leigh, Bolton and Salford
• No experience needed and an opportunity to complete a Level 2 Teaching Assistant course. 

This Primary Teaching Assistant role offers the chance to make a positive impact on pupils’ learning, providing tailored support to ensure every child achieves their full potential.

The role:

• Supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups to raise attainment in core subjects (Reading, Writing and Maths)
• Helping to manage behaviour positively to ensure pupils remain engaged in learning
• Delivering targeted interventions for pupils who may be falling behind
• Working closely with class teachers and the SENCO to track pupil progress and contribute to learning plans

Our client school is rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted and has a warm, community feel. Pupils are motivated, polite and enthusiastic learners, while staff work collaboratively to ensure high-quality teaching and support across the school.

For immediate consideration then please send an up to date CV to Zack via the link below or contact the Manchester Secondary Branch for further information on the number below;

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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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