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Teach
Teaching Assistant
Lancashire
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- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 7 days ago
- Salary
- 14.25 - 16.82 GBP Hourly
- Recruiter
- Teach
- Closes
- 18 Nov 2026
- Course
- No
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
- Contract Type
- Freelance
Description
Supply Teaching Assistants Wigan
Teach is currently recruiting enthusiastic, caring and experienced Teaching Assistants to work on a supply basis across Wigan and the surrounding areas.
If you re passionate about supporting children and young people and want the flexibility to choose when and where you work, we d love to hear from you.
We work with a wide range of schools, offering opportunities across mainstream primary and secondary schools, specialist provisions and SEND settings.
What will you be doing?
As a Supply Teaching Assistant, your role will vary depending on the school and the needs of the pupils. You may:
Support pupils on a 1:1 basis or in small groups
Provide classroom and learning support
Assist teachers with learning activities and classroom routines
Encourage positive behaviour and engagement
Support pupils with additional learning needs
Help pupils develop their confidence, independence and social skills
Build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Adapt your approach to meet individual needs and learning styles
SEND experience is welcomed
We are particularly interested in Teaching Assistants with experience supporting pupils with SEND, including:
Autism / ASC
ADHD
Communication and interaction needs
Complex learning needs
Social, emotional and mental health needs
Challenging behaviour
However, SEND experience isn't essential for every role. We also welcome applications from candidates with transferable experience who are looking to develop their career within education.
Experience in care, support work, youth work, childcare or other roles involving children and young people may be highly relevant.
What we're looking for
We re looking for Teaching Assistants who are:
Caring, patient and approachable
Reliable and professional
Adaptable and confident working in different school environments
Passionate about helping children and young people succeed
Comfortable working independently and as part of a wider school team
Able to build positive relationships with pupils and staff
Why work with Teach?
We can offer:
Competitive rates of pay
Flexible supply opportunities
Access to a wide range of mainstream and SEND schools
Opportunities across Wigan and surrounding areas
The chance to gain experience across different school settings
Support from a dedicated education recruitment team
Opportunities to develop your career within education
Whether you re an experienced Teaching Assistant looking for flexible work or you're looking to take the next step into education, Teach can help you find the right opportunity.
Ready for your next opportunity?
If you're a Teaching Assistant in Wigan looking for flexible supply work and want to make a genuine difference to children and young people, we d love to hear from you.
Apply today and join Teach supporting teachers, teaching assistants and schools across the education sector.
Teach is committed to safeguarding children and young people. All applicants will be subject to appropriate safeguarding checks and screening in accordance with current legislation and relevant guidance.
Ad ID: 5419197685
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