Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Location: Wigan

Hours: Full-Time (5 days a week)

Key Stages: Upper Key Stage 2 (Mornings) & Key Stage 1 (Afternoons)

About the Role

Are you a passionate, adaptable, and dedicated Teaching Assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity in Wigan? Tradewind Recruitment is currently working alongside a welcoming and forward-thinking primary school in the area to recruit a dynamic Teaching Assistant to join their support team.

This is a fantastic, well-rounded 5-day-a-week role that allows you to make a meaningful impact across different age groups throughout the school day:

Mornings (Upper Key Stage 2): You will support pupils in Years 5 and 6, helping them build confidence and academic readiness as they prepare for the transition to secondary school.

Afternoons (Key Stage 1): You will shift focus to Years 1 and 2, nurturing young learners as they develop foundational literacy, numeracy, and social skills.

Key Responsibilities

Supporting class teachers with the delivery of engaging daily lessons.

Assisting small groups and providing 1-to-1 intervention support for English and Mathematics.

Promoting positive pupil behaviour and fostering an inclusive, encouraging learning environment.

Adapting quickly to different classroom dynamics between the morning and afternoon sessions.

Ideal Candidate Requirements

Experience: Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or in a childcare/youth work setting.

Knowledge: Familiarity with the UK National Curriculum across Key Stage 1 and Key Stage 2.

Skills: Strong communication skills, patience, resilience, and a genuine passion for children's education and development.

Essentials:

Hold a minimum Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or a recognised equivalent in childcare/education).

Previous experience supporting children within a primary school setting.

An enhanced DBS certificate on the update service (or willingness to apply for one through Tradewind).

CV must cover full employment history from leaving continuous education

Legal right to work in the UK

Why Work with Tradewind Recruitment?

Competitive Pay: Rates paid to scale in line with your experience.

Professional Development: Access to free accredited CPD training courses (including Team Teach, safeguarding, and SEND training).

Dedicated Support: A supportive, expert consultant guiding you through the registration and placement process.

Local Opportunities: Access to a wide range of schools across Wigan and Leigh.

How to Apply

If you are ready to take on a rewarding new challenge and want to make a real difference in a Wigan primary school, we want to hear from you!

Click "Apply Now" to submit your CV or contact Lindsey on 01772 977333 or email lindsey.pennington@twrecruitment.com