Teaching Assistant
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- Wigan
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Teaching Assistants – Wigan Primary & Secondary Schools – September 2025 Start
Looking to begin or grow your career in education?
Teaching Personnel are actively recruiting enthusiastic and motivated Teaching Assistants to support a variety of primary and secondary schools across the Wigan area, with roles starting from September 2025.
We are currently hiring for a range of positions, including:
- Full-time Teaching Assistant – Primary and Secondary Schools in Leigh & Orrell
- Part-time Teaching Assistant – Outstanding Schools near Wigan Town Centre
- Ongoing Teaching Assistant Cover – Primary and Secondary Schools in Hindley and surrounding areas
What’s on Offer?
- Level 2 Teaching Assistant Training Available – perfect for those new to the role or looking to boost their classroom confidence
- £100 Bonus if we help you secure your next role through Teaching Personnel
- Cover Supervisor Training Course – ideal for those wanting to step into classroom leadership roles (mainly in secondary schools)
- Full-time, part-time, and permanent roles in supportive school settings
- No experience needed – just a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
Why Apply?
- Competitive weekly pay – earn up to £1,200 per month
- Access to a large and supportive network of primary and secondary schools across the Wigan LEA
- Ideal for graduates, career changers, and aspiring educators
- Work 1:1 or in small groups to make a real difference in pupils’ learning
- Gain valuable classroom experience and unlock future opportunities in teaching or specialist education roles
Who Should Apply?
- University graduates looking to gain school experience before starting teacher training
- Aspiring Teaching Assistants and Cover Supervisors
- Anyone passionate about supporting children and helping them reach their full potential in both primary and secondary school settings
Ready to take the next step?
Submit your CV or contact Zack today to find out more about current Teaching Assistant opportunities near you.
Call the Wigan and Warrington Branch on 01942 355 059.
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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