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Teaching Assistant

Job in Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1, England, UK
Listing for: Teaching Personnel
Seasonal/Temporary position
Listed on 2026-02-02
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Child Development/Support, Preschool / Daycare
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Teaching Assistant Opportunity

Overview

Teaching Assistant - Opportunities across Atherton, Wigan & Warrington

Start Dates:
Immediate & September starts available

About the role

We are currently working in partnership with a number of welcoming primary schools across Atherton, Wigan and Warrington who are seeking enthusiastic and reliable Teaching Assistants to join their teams.

Responsibilities
  • Supporting pupils on a one-to-one basis or in small groups.
  • Assisting the class teacher with day-to-day classroom activities.
  • Supporting children with SEND, EAL, or additional learning needs.
  • Promoting positive behaviour and engagement in learning.
  • Helping to create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment.
Candidate requirements
  • Have experience working with children (school-based or transferable experience welcomed).
  • Are patient, caring, and adaptable.
  • Have strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.
Schools offer
  • Supportive staff teams and welcoming environments.
  • Opportunities to work across a variety of school settings.
  • Ongoing professional development and training.
  • Flexible working options to suit your availability.
Application

To find out more, please apply today with your updated CV!

Important information

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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