Trainee Teaching Assistant

In partnership with schools in our local communities in Wigan, we are proud to launch our National Teaching Assistant Programme, designed to support those who want to start a Teaching Assistant career.

Trainee Teaching Assistant (full time, temporary)

Location:

Wigan
Salary: £463 - £500 per week (salary depends on experience and/or qualifications)

Start date:

September 2026

Working alongside our client schools, we will provide the successful Trainee Teaching Assistant with high quality training and paid on‑the‑job experience. Following a successful interview and pending suitability, safeguarding and identity checks, we will secure a paid placement in a school to further develop your skills and you will receive ongoing support from a dedicated consultant.

The role of a Trainee Teaching Assistant is vital in the day‑to‑day running of schools. The best Teaching Assistants have excellent communication skills and are able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff, quickly and effectively. Depending on the role and the school you will be working with the class teacher to manage behaviour, support with interventions, and provide additional support to children with SEND (special educational needs and disabilities).

• Be able to build positive relationships with children and young people.
• Be passionate about improving the outcomes for children and young people.
• Understand the crucial importance of keeping children and young people safe.
• Be able to demonstrate at interview the reasons why you want to start a career in education, and explain your understanding of the role of a Teaching Assistant and the important part they play in the school community.
• Be committed to completing the required training and participating in ongoing CPD.
• Be willing to pay for an enhanced DBS check and register with the Update Service.
• Possess right to work in the UK and able to provide 2 references (one recent from education or care).

• Excellent daily rates paid using the PAYE system.
• Guaranteed pay scheme (subject to availability).
• Social and networking events.
• Pension contributions.
• CPD to help with your professional development.
• Access to a dedicated consultant.

We do not discriminate on the grounds of age, gender, race, colour, religion, disability or sexual orientation, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

If you are a Trainee Teaching Assistant based near Wigan who can enthuse, motivate and engage learners then we want to hear from you.