Teaching Assistant Level 2

RL Hughes Primary

Mayfield Street
Ashton-in-Makerfield
Wigan
WN4 9QL

Salary: Grade 3, £20,723 per annum. £13.26 per hour

30 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Temporary until 31^st August 2027

Required for September 2026

Are you a passionate and dedicated teacher assistant looking for an exciting new opportunity? Our Governors are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and committed Level 2 Teaching Assistant to join our vibrant and busy primary school community.

This is a particularly exciting time to join us as we are in the process of having a brand new, state of the art school building built. Our new facilities will provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, supporting innovation, creativity and collaboration across the curriculum.

What We Offer:

• A welcoming, supportive and forward-thinking staff team
• Enthusiastic, well-behaved pupils who enjoy learning
• Excellent professional development opportunities
• The chance to work in a brand new school building with modern facilities
• A positive and inclusive school ethos

Requirements:

The successful candidate will work closely with the class teacher to deliver high quality support, promote independence and help create a positive, engaging learning environment for all pupils.

Under the direction of the teaching/senior staff, our successful candidate’s key responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils within the classroom to access learning effectively
• Working with individuals and small groups to deliver targeted interventions
• Assisting teachers in planning, adapting and delivering learning activities
• Promoting positive behaviour, emotional wellbeing and a commitment to safeguarding
• Supporting pupils with a range of needs
• Helping to create an inclusive, safe and nurturing learning environment
• Assisting with the supervision of pupils during lunchtime

How to Apply:

Please submit your application from and a covering letter (no more than 2 sides) outlining your suitability for the role to enquiries@admin.rlhughes.wigan.sch.uk

Applications forms are returnable to the school

If you require any further information, please contact the school on 01942 701147

Interview date: 23^rd June 2026

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

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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