Graduate Teaching Assistant in Wigan

Posted by Teaching Personnel

Teaching Assistant – Orrell / WN5

Multiple Positions Available | TA Training Available | Free Invigilator Training

Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting multiple Teaching Assistants to join a secondary school in Orrell, WN5. This is a great opportunity for experienced TAs as well as candidates looking to start a career in education.

The Role

You will support students across the school day, helping them to engage with their learning and providing additional support where needed. You may also have the opportunity to support the school during exam periods as an Exam Invigilator.

Duties may include:

  • Supporting students within the classroom
  • Working with individuals and small groups
  • Helping students stay focused and engaged with their learning
  • Providing additional support to pupils who need it
  • Supporting teachers with classroom activities
  • Assisting with exams and assessments as an Exam Invigilator
  • Promoting positive behaviour and maintaining a safe learning environment
What We Offer
  • Teaching Assistant training available
  • Free Exam Invigilator training
  • Ongoing support from Teaching Personnel
  • Opportunities to gain valuable school-based experience
  • Potential for ongoing and permanent opportunities
  • Weekly PAYE pay
  • Access to Teaching Personnel's CPD and training opportunities
Who We're Looking For

We would love to hear from candidates with previous experience working with children or young people, but experience in a school isn't essential. We are also interested in graduates, aspiring teachers and anyone looking to develop a career in education.

If you are reliable, patient and passionate about supporting young people, we'd like to hear from you.

Location: Orrell, WN5
Position: Teaching Assistant / Exam Invigilator
Positions: Multiple vacancies available
Training: TA and free Exam Invigilator training available

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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