Teaching Assistant Level 3

Posting date:	11 September 2025
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Competitive
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	11 October 2025
Location:	Wigan, WN2 3TL
Company:	inploi
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	75741317

Summary

Newbridge Learning Community

Moss Lane

Platt Bridge

Wigan

WN2 3TL

Salary: Grade 5, £21,729 - £23,929 per annum. £13.90 - £15.31 per hour

35 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working 39 weeks per year

Temporary until August 2026

Required as soon as possible

The Headteacher and Governing Body of Newbridge Learning Community are delighted to invite applications for the position of Teaching Assistant - Level 3. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dedicated and forward-thinking team within a school that has been purposefully developed to support and educate pupils with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. Our learning environment is tailored to meet the complex and varied challenges faced by our students, and we pride ourselves on fostering a nurturing, inclusive, and aspirational atmosphere.

We are seeking to appoint an individual who is not only enthusiastic and professional, but also deeply committed to making a meaningful difference in the lives of young people. The ideal candidate will bring a wealth of experience, a high level of motivation, and a proactive approach to supporting pupils both academically and emotionally. You will be someone who thrives in a collaborative setting, demonstrates initiative, and consistently works in an efficient and effective manner. Above all, we are looking for someone who will become an integral part of our school communitycontributing positively to our shared vision and values and helping us to continue delivering outstanding support and education to our learners.

Our school vision is underpinned by the four values of Compassion, Community, Courage and Competence which provide a solid foundation for all moral and academic expectations for staff and pupils.

The successful candidate will:

• Have experience of working in a school context.
• Be highly motivated with the ability to engage others.
• Experience of working successfully with pupils in order to raise their attainment is essential.
• Build effective relationships with the whole school and outside agencies.

In return,we can offer you:

• The opportunity to be part of our team, who are committed to the personal development of our young people.
• A friendly and supportive team of staff, parents and governors.
• A commitment to high quality professional development and your health and wellbeing.
• The opportunity to be involved in wider activities and school life.

Please read the job description and person specification document for further details of requirements of this role.

For further details or to apply for this position please consult the Job Description and Person Specification attached to this advertisement and use the online application facility. Please note CV’s or paper applications emailed/posted direct to the school will not be accepted.

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Enhanced DBS clearance will be required.

All enquiries should be addressed to Ashley Martindale School Business Manager, Newbridge Learning Community, Moss Lane, Platt Bridge, Wigan. WN2 3TL, bman@admin.newbridge.wigan.sch.uk

Interview date: Friday 3rd October 2025

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position please click the links below:

↗ Job Description and Person Specification
↗ DBS Policy Statement Schools
↗ Childcare Disqualification Requirements
↗ Guidance for Safer Work Practices

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