Trainee Teaching Assistant

Trainee Teaching Assistant – Wigan Primary & Secondary Schools

Are you passionate about working with children and young people? Are you considering a future career in education?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for committed and enthusiastic individuals to join our vibrant and inclusive client schools in Wigan as Trainee Teaching Assistants this academic year.

This role is ideal for anyone looking to gain experience in a school setting, particularly if you’re interested in progressing into teaching, SEND support, pastoral care, or educational psychology.

As a Trainee Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support teachers in delivering engaging, high-quality lessons across a range of subjects.
• Work with individual pupils or small groups, particularly those who need additional support.
• Assist in preparing classroom resources and learning displays.
• Help monitor pupil progress and behaviour, ensuring a safe and supportive learning environment.
• Build positive relationships with pupils, staff and parents.

Training and Development

While on placement, you will have the opportunity to complete a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification, fully supported and funded, to enhance your skills and employability within education.

We are looking for someone who is:

• Energetic, empathetic and passionate about helping children achieve their best.
• A strong communicator who works well as part of a team.
• Reliable, punctual and organised, with a proactive and flexible approach.
• Willing to learn and take on new challenges with a positive mindset.

Desirable (but not essential):

• Experience working or volunteering with children or young people.
• Interest in pursuing a career in education or youth work.
• GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths.

About Our Client Schools

Located across Wigan, our client primary and secondary schools are welcoming, inclusive and committed to supporting pupils to thrive both academically and personally. You will be joining dedicated staff teams that value collaboration, inclusion, and the belief that every child deserves the opportunity to succeed.

What Teaching Personnel Offer:

• Flexible and full-time working opportunities
• Structured training and development throughout the academic year
• A dedicated consultant providing ongoing support
• Opportunity to complete a Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification whilst gaining school-based experience
• Pathways to progress into teacher training or permanent TA roles
• Access to staff wellbeing programmes and facilities

To register your interest or find out further information please contact the team on 01942 355 059 or apply with an updated CV using the link below.

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.
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