Teaching Assistant Level 2
| Posting date: | 08 January 2026 |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wigan, WN1 1XL |
| Company: | inploi |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | 75776746 |
Summary
St Mary and St John Catholic Primary
Standishgate
Wigan
WN1 1XL
Salary: Grade 3, £17,708 - £18,270 per annum. £12.45 - £12.84 per hour
31.67 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year
Temporary until 2nd April 2026
Required for January 2026 or ASAP
Level 2 Teaching Assistant: To provide general support to the teacher in the management of pupils in the classroom and/or for the safety, welfare and good conduct of pupils during the mid day break particularly SEN pupils.
The Governors and Headteacher of St Mary and St John’s Catholic Primary School are seeking to appoint a teaching assistant who can demonstrate an enthusiastic and committed approach to our Catholic school community.
Under the direction of teaching/senior staff to undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for pupils.
In joining our school, you will join a team of dedicated professionals, committed to safeguarding our children and their families. Therefore successful applicants will be required to apply to the Disclosure & Barring System.
Daily hours:
Applicants are warmly invited to apply via the Local Authority website Greater.jobs
Please contact the school office if you wish to arrange an appointment to visit school.
If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 206733
E-mail: enquiries@admin.saintmaryandjohn.wigan.sch.uk Website: www.saintmaryandjohn.wigan.sch.uk
Interview date: 26th January 2026
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check
The employer is committed to safeguarding
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Supporting Documents
↗ Job Description↗ Person Specfication
↗ Welcome Letter
↗ Details of Application and Selection Process
↗ Privacy Notice
↗ DBS Policy Statement Schools
↗ Guidance for Safer Work Practices
↗ Childcare Disqualification Requirements
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