Teaching Assistant
Posted 4 hours 31 minutes ago by Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd
Location: Wigan
Contract Type: Full-time
Start Date: ASAP
About Us: Exclusive Education is one of the North West's leading education recruitment agencies, working in partnership with Primary, Secondary, and Special Educational Needs schools.
We offer a range of teaching and support roles-long-term, short-term, and day-to-day-on both a full-time and part-time basis.
We are currently seeking to appoint a Teaching Assistant in Wigan.
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in education or a related setting who is committed to making a difference in a child's learning journey.
Key Responsibilities- Provide dedicated 1:1 and general support to pupils within a classroom setting
- Assist the class teacher with the preparation of learning materials and classroom resources
- Monitor and record progress, reporting back to teachers and SENCOs
- Encourage the pupil's independence and participation in classroom activities
- Foster a safe, nurturing, and inclusive environment for learning
- Engage with students, particularly those with special needs, to promote inclusive learning
- Maintain a safe and organised classroom environment conducive to learning
- Ideally hold a relevant Teaching Assistant qualification (e.g. NCFE, CACHE, or NVQ Level 1, 2, or 3)
- Desirable but not essential.
- Eligible to work in the UK
- Experience working with children in the last 2 years in school or alternative settings such as youth work, residential care, Scouts/Guides, or sports coaching
- Experience supporting pupils on a 1:1 or small group basis (highly desirable)
- Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
- Two professional references relating to work with children
- A current Enhanced DBS register on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one)
- Competitive daily pay rates
- Strong relationships with local schools
- A dedicated consultant available 24/7 for ongoing support
- A fast and smooth registration and clearance process
- A genuine commitment to safeguarding and educational quality
Interested? Send your CV to enquiriesexclusiveeducation.co.uk
Looking for something different? Call to learn about other roles available across the North West.
Referral Bonus: Refer a Teacher, Teaching Assistant, or Cover Supervisor and receive £50 in vouchers when they work with us (terms apply).
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