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Teaching Assistants

Job in Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN1, England, UK
Listing for: Milk Education
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-02-28
Job specializations:
  • Education / Teaching
    Elementary School, Child Development/Support, Special Needs / Learning Disabilities, Early Childhood Education
  • Child Care/Nanny
    Child Development/Support
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 40000 - 60000 GBP Yearly GBP 40000.00 60000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below

Teaching Assistants/ Support Staff
- Wigan

Milk Education is currently working with Primary Schools throughout the Wigan area who are seeking to appoint long-term and day-to-day
Teaching Assistants/ Support Staff for positions to
start immediately!

We are looking for people who have previous experience working with children in a school or child care setting. This employment or volunteering experience can be within the past 2 years and can include Nurseries, Youth Centers or working as a Support Worker with SEND Adults or Children.

The role includes supporting the class teacher in the day-to-day running of the classroom. This will also include working with groups of children and working with SEND Children on a one-to-one basis. The ideal applicant must be passionate, engaging, empathetic and supportive whilst using their initiative on a daily basis.

Bookings can be flexible to fit around your other commitments but you must have a minimum of three days availability in any given week in order to apply. We have roles that range from 3 days to 5 days per week and the working hours are 08:30am- 15:30pm
.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Supporting the class teacher daily with the tasks they require you to undertake
  • Build a positive and supportive relationship with all children, colleagues and parents
  • Use your initiative and uphold strong behaviour management
  • Supporting groups of children and working on a one-to-one basis
  • Adapting your support style to suit all individual needs
To be considered for this role, we require you to meet the following criteria:
  • Strong English and Maths Skills
  • Previous experience/ knowledge of Phonics or be willing to learn Phonics
  • Previous experience of volunteering or working with Children in the past 5 years

    Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident
  • Two suitable references covering the last 2 years
  • Hold a current DBS that is registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
Benefits to YOU:
  • Fast-registration process
  • Excellent rates of pay
  • Educator Wellbeing Guide
  • School Preparation Pack
  • FREE PSHE Lesson Plans designed by real teachers
  • 5 FREE CPD courses when you register with us
  • 24/7 access to your personal consultant
Why choose Milk Education?

Milk Education is a purpose-driven teaching supply agency, focused on putting educators first. We’re committed to finding high-quality teaching talent and supporting schools across the U.K.

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