Teaching Assistant - High School, Wigan
| Posting date: | 15 January 2026 |
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| Salary: | £90.0 to £130.0 per day |
| Additional salary information: | Competitive Daily Rates |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 14 February 2026 |
| Location: | Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1 1GY |
| Company: | Hays Specialist Recruitment |
| Job type: | Temporary |
| Job reference: | 4761944_1768496932 |
Summary
Your new company
Hays Education are working in partnership with an exceptional high school in Wigan to recruit a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join their friendly, close‑knit support team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who is passionate about helping young people thrive and is looking to make a real impact within a welcoming school environment.
Your new role
As a Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in supporting students across a range of subjects and abilities. Your responsibilities will include:
- Providing full classroom support to the class teacher
- Delivering targeted 1:1 support for students who require additional help
- Assisting with break and lunchtime duties, ensuring a safe and positive environment
- Helping to maintain an inclusive, encouraging, and engaging learning atmosphere
The school are looking for someone who is confident using their initiative, happy to get stuck in, and enjoys being part of a supportive team.
What you'll need to succeed
We are looking for someone who is:
- A team player with a proactive and flexible attitude
- Confident working with young people in a secondary school environment
- Able to build positive relationships with students and staff
- Reliable, enthusiastic, and committed to making a difference.
Experience within a school setting is desirable, but the right attitude and willingness to learn are just as important.
What you'll get in return
- The opportunity to work in an excellent school with a warm, collaborative staff team
- Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays consultant
- Access to professional development and training opportunities
- Competitive rates of pay
What you need to do now
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call us now.
If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career.
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