Teaching Assistant | Wigan | £110 per Day (UMB)
Full-time | Temporary | September Start | Term Time Only
Looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference every day?
Integra Education (North) LTD is currently recruiting enthusiastic and dedicated Teaching Assistants to support schools across Wigan. This is an excellent opportunity to work with children and young people with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), and complex behavioural needs.
If you're passionate about helping pupils overcome barriers to learning and reach their full potential, we'd love to hear from you.
The Role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting pupils both inside and outside the classroom. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing dedicated 1:1 support or working with small groups of pupils.
- Supporting the class teacher to deliver engaging and effective lessons.
- Monitoring pupil progress and reporting any concerns to the wider school team.
- Assisting with lesson preparation and classroom organisation.
- Supervising pupils during breaktimes, educational visits and extracurricular activities.
- Setting and marking work where appropriate.
- Encouraging positive behaviour and building strong, supportive relationships with pupils.
- Helping to create a safe, inclusive and engaging learning environment.
What We're Looking For
We're looking for candidates who have:
- A strong basic education, ideally to A-level, with GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
- Previous experience working as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar educational support role.
- Experience supporting pupils with SEMH, SEND or additional learning needs.
- Confidence in behaviour management and de-escalation techniques.
- A proactive, patient and compassionate approach.
- Good IT skills and excellent communication skills.
- A willingness to take on additional responsibilities within school where appropriate (for example Forest School, lunchtime supervision or Food Hygiene).
- A commitment to ongoing professional development.
A Level 2 Teaching Assistant qualification (or above)
What You'll Receive
- £110 per day (UMB)
- Weekly or monthly pay
- Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultant
- Opportunities to work in welcoming and supportive school settings
- The chance to make a genuine difference to children's education and wellbeing
If you're ready to take the next step in your education career and make a lasting impact in schools across Warrington, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Shanie on 01925 594 203 or email shanie.thomasintegraeducation.co.uk for more information.
Integra Education (North) LTD is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. All roles are subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references and online background checks. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974; therefore, all spent and unspent convictions must be declared.
JULSHANIE