Teaching Assistant
| Posting date: | 21 July 2025 |
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| Salary: | £85.0 to £100.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | From £85 per day + benefits |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 20 August 2025 |
| Location: | Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN5 8DL |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4709263_1753095231 |
Summary
Your new company
We are working with a school in the Wigan area who are seeking a caring and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant who is passionate about early childhood education to work within their KS1 class. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is looking to make a real difference. This position is to start in September on a full-time temporary contract with the opportunity to go permanent for the right candidate.
Your new role
- Support the development of children's social, emotional and motor skills
- Support the teacher in delivering the curriculum
- Ensure all children are engaged in learning and activities
- Develop children's language skills
- Work with smaller groups to support their learning development
- Support the teacher in managing classroom behaviour
What you'll need to succeed
- Full right to work in the UK
- DBS
- Experience working with young children
- Level 2 TA qualification desirable
- Compassionate and Patient
- Great communication skills
- Proactive and enthusiastic
What you'll get in return
- A chance to work with a globally established company
- Free online training courses relevant to your career
- A dedicated and experienced consultant to assist you through your work journey
- A fixed-term contract with the possibility of a permanent position
- A competitive salary depending on your qualifications and experience
Please mention any relevant experience that may help in your application
What you need to do now
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