Teaching Assistant

General Teaching Assistant (Year 2)

Location: Wigan

Salary: -93 - -100 per day (dependent on experience)

Start Date: September 2026

Contract: Full-time, Long-term (Academic Year)

About the Role

Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated, nurturing, and enthusiastic General Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant primary school community in Wigan. This full-time position is scheduled to start in September 2026 and will run for the full academic year.

You will be based in a lovely Year 2 classroom, supporting the class teacher in preparing these young learners for the transition from Key Stage 1. This is an incredible opportunity for an experienced TA or a graduate looking to gain valuable classroom experience in a supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Provide general classroom support to the Year 2 teacher, helping to manage daily routines and resources.

Work with small groups of pupils to boost their progress in reading, writing, and phonics (Sats preparation support where required).

Offer 1:1 support to children who need an extra helping hand to stay engaged and motivated.

Help create a positive, safe, and stimulating learning environment.

Assist with the assessment of pupil progress and feedback to the class teacher.

What We Are Looking For

Previous experience working with children in a primary school setting (Key Stage 1 experience is highly desirable).

A patient, encouraging, and warm personality with a passion for helping children reach their full potential.

Good literacy and numeracy skills to confidently support Year 2 curriculum standards.

A collaborative team player who can take direction well from the class teacher.

An enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or the willingness to apply for a new one through Tradewind).

Why Join This Wigan School?

The school is well-regarded in the local Wigan area, boasting a welcoming staff team and a strong community ethos. They are deeply committed to the professional development of their support staff, meaning you will have access to internal school training and a highly supportive leadership team dedicated to your growth.

The Perks of Working with Tradewind

Tradewind Recruitment is an industry-certified Top 100 employer, dedicated to looking after our educators.

Competitive Pay: Fair and honest daily rates, paid weekly.

Unrivalled CPD: Free access to over 2,500 certified courses and webinars via our exclusive partnership with the National College.

Streamlined Registration: An easy, supportive onboarding process with a dedicated local consultant.

Employee Wellbeing: A team that listens to your career goals and matches you with the right school environment.

How to Apply

If you are ready to make a real difference in a Year 2 class in Wigan this September, we would love to hear from you!

To apply for this position, please submit your CV or contact Lindsey at (url removed) or (phone number removed).