training and education
Safeguarding and Prevent
Are you a Level 2 or 3 qualified Teaching Assistant ready to bring your talents to the classrooms of Wigan? We are looking for supportive and proactive individuals to join our team for an exciting start in January 2026.
In a town with a proud heritage and a strong community heart, you will have the opportunity to work in a variety of primary settings. Whether you are helping students master their phonics at the historic home of Wigan Pier or providing vital one-on-one support for children with additional needs, your contribution will be essential to the success of Wigan's next generation.
Your Responsibilities as a Teaching Assistant
- Collaborate with children individually or in small groups to enhance their learning.
- Serve as a positive role model for both students and colleagues.
- Foster positive relationships with children and their families.
- Collaborate with fellow staff members, including specialists.
- Assist the class teacher in resource preparation and activity setup.
- Help prepare a lesson and tidy the classroom afterwards.
- Provide assistance with lesson plans.
- Support children across the curriculum.
- Give extra support to children with special needs.
- Help mark work and report student progress.
- Help look after the children during school trips and activities.
- Look after children that are unwell.
- Attend meetings.
- Confidence in guiding individuals or small groups.
- A positive attitude and effective communication skills.
Benefits of working with Randstad:
- Exclusive access to temporary and permanent roles.
- DBS and school application support.
- Consultant support to edit, draft and rebrand your CV and profile to support success with applications.
- A consultant who ensures your AWR period is reviewed.
- A dedicated consultant focused on finding you the right roles and sourcing your work.
- Free career advice.
- Online availability and access to all bookings at the click of a finger via an app system.
- Online Training and CPD training available.
- Safeguarding Level 1 & 2 available.
- Free payroll service with no umbrella charges, we follow PAYE.
- Free Pension service: 'now pensions'.
Essential Requirements:
- Experience working with young people.
- Class management skills.
- Comfortable managing challenging behaviour.
- Able to engage with and motivate children.
- TA Qualified.
How to Apply
If you believe this role suits you, don't hesitate to apply today! For additional information or a confidential discussion about your career in Wigan, please contact Jessica Verndet:
Email: jessica.verndet@randstad.co.uk
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