Teaching Assistant

Job Title: Teaching AssistantLocation: Wigan, WN4Start Date: ASAPHours: Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM (30-minute lunch break)Pay Rate: £13.69 to £15.83 per hourContract Type: Full-time, Long-term

Reeson Education is recruiting a warm and dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a friendly two-form entry primary school in the WN4 area of Wigan. This Teaching Assistant role is to start as soon as possible and will run on a full-time, long-term basis.

As a Teaching Assistant, you'll be based in a Year 4 classroom, supporting the class teacher and working closely with pupils, particularly those with lower ability and additional needs. The school is known for its welcoming and inclusive ethos-you'll be joining a supportive staff team that will welcome you with open arms.

• Work in class as a Teaching Assistant, supporting whole-class learning and small groups.

• Provide targeted support to pupils with SEND and those working below age-related expectations.

• Collaborate with the class teacher and SENCO to implement strategies and interventions.

• Foster a positive, encouraging, and calm learning environment.

• Help pupils develop confidence, independence, and engagement in lessons.

• Be a committed, reliable, and nurturing Teaching Assistant.

• Have experience supporting children with SEND or lower ability pupils.

• Be confident working across the curriculum in a Year 4 setting.

• Show excellent communication and teamwork skills.

• Have a genuine desire to help children thrive in school.

• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply).

• Right to work in the UK.

• Recent references covering the last 2-3 years.

• Strong commitment to your role as a Teaching Assistant.

• Competitive hourly pay (paid weekly).

• Supportive and inclusive school environment.

• Long-term opportunity with potential for a school contract.

• Free safeguarding and CPD training via Reeson Education.

• Ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

If you're a passionate Teaching Assistant looking to make a real impact in a supportive Wigan school, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now and take the next step in your education career with Reeson Education!

Reeson Education:

Reeson Education is England's Premier Recruitment Agency. Established in 2006 by experienced teachers, education professionals and recruitment specialists, we have built our business and reputation on the cores values of honesty, integrity and excellence.

We care about education and the provision of education and have established an excellent reputation with schools and teachers alike.

At Reeson Education we work closely with a large network of Nurseries, Primary Schools, Secondary Schools and Colleges across England. Our client base provides us with an abundance of available daily supply, long term and permanent opportunities across all age groups in all areas of London.

Reeson Education is an Equal Opportunities employer and is committed to the highest standards of safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of children, young people and adults.

Please note that all daily/hourly rates quoted are inclusive of holiday pay at 12.07%