Ethnic Minority & Traveller Achievement Service (EMTAS) Teacher Assessor

Posting date:	07 January 2026
Salary:	Not specified
Additional salary information:	Competitive
Hours:	Full time
Closing date:	06 February 2026
Location:	Wigan, WN1 1NJ
Company:	inploi
Job type:	Permanent
Job reference:	75776609

Summary

Priority Candidates will be considered in the first instance

Wigan Life Centre South

College Avenue

Wigan

WN1 1NJ

Salary: Grade 10, £45,091 - £49,282 per annum.

37 hours per week

Temporary until 17th July 2026

We're on a journey to build a workforce reflective of our Borough.

We are committed to fostering diverse teams where everybody can bring their authentic selves to work and feel that they belong. If you want to work for a Council where everybody is encouraged to meet their full potential and make a difference in our neighbourhoods, we would love to hear from you!

Your role:

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced teacher to support schools to improve outcomes and inclusion for Ethnic Minority, Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showman pupils. The role involves providing specialist assessment of pupils’ learning and English as an Additional language (EAL) needs, training school staff to implement effective strategies and ensure inclusive practice and managing the teaching and learning staff within the team. You will contribute to the borough-wide education strategy and champion high-quality education and inclusion for one of our most vulnerable groups of children, ensuring they are supported to achieve their full potential.

About you:

The ideal candidate will be a qualified teacher with a deep understanding of inclusive education, particularly for Ethnic Minority, Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showman pupils. They will have excellent communication skills to work collaboratively with schools, families, and partner agencies. Flexibility is essential, as the role involves strategic planning, specialist EAL assessment and training delivery, and travel across the borough. A passion for equity, cultural competence, and the ability to inspire and support a specialist team are key to success in this role.

About us:

Wigan Council has been voted ‘Overall Council of the Year’ at the APSE (Association for Public Service Excellence) Awards. We are signed up to the Greater Manchester Continuous Service Commitment ensuring that your service will be continuous or 'unbroken' between the supporting organisations.

The Progress with Unity plan is a place movement for change for the next decade, bringing a new era for Wigan Borough. It draws on the strengths of our individual organisations, recognising that together we can achieve much more for our communities by delivering on our 2 place missions; create fair opportunities for all children, families, residents and businesses and make our towns and neighbourhoods flourish for those who live and work in them.

You’ll be joining a passionate and experienced team committed to improving outcomes for Ethnic Minority, Gypsy, Roma, Traveller and Showman pupils across Wigan. EMTAS is known for its specialist knowledge, collaborative approach, and strong relationships with schools and communities. The role offers the opportunity to shape inclusive practice borough-wide, contribute to strategic developments, and lead a team that makes a real difference. You’ll benefit from flexible working, professional development opportunities, and being part of a supportive culture that values innovation, equity, and supporting disadvantaged children to thrive.
Here at Wigan, we are proud to support flexible working patterns, when the service can accommodate this. We also take a blended approach to where we work, depending on the work we do. This may include working from home, the office, or the community. We like to thank our employees for their hard work and commitment by giving them the opportunity to access a range of exclusive rewards and benefits click here to find out more about working for #TeamWigan.

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If you have any queries about the role before making an application, please email Louise Norcross, EMTAS Manager, at l.norcross@wigan.gov.uk

Interview dates:

Priority Candidates: Monday 02 February 2026

All other Candidates: Thursday 05 January 2026

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