The Aspire Federation
Oakfield High School & College
Long Lane
Hindley
Wigan
WN2 4XA
Salary: Grade 4, £19,243 - £20,176 per annum. £13.26 - £13.90 per hour
32.5 hours per week, term time plus 1 week working 39 weeks per year
Required for as soon as possible
Candidates must have GCSE English and Maths, Grade C or equivalent relevant qualification. Proof must be provided.
Some experience of working with children is also desirable and a willingness to undertake a Teaching Assistant qualification.
The Aspire Federation will have four sites based in Hindley, Bryn, Abram and Leigh from September 2025. Whilst the post will initially be based at one site, please be advised that the post holder may be required to work across all of the federated sites.
‘Aiming High Reaching All’
The Aspire Federation
Aspire is a dynamic and flourishing organisation. Everyone including parents, learners, staff and governors are an important part of our community team where views are encouraged and valued.
We are two outstanding schools and are proud of our exceptional success and numerous achievements. At Aspire we are committed to “Aiming High, Reaching All”.
What is it like to work at Aspire?
At Aspire you will find:
* A highly professional and driven staff team who support each other.
* Extensive and high-quality professional development opportunities with a focus upon coaching and mentoring.
* Real opportunities to thrive and grow.
* A genuine and bespoke staff wellbeing programme based on our wellbeing charter.
* A quality environment with high performing staff and learners whose key focus is teaching, learning and professional development.
* A ‘can do’ ethos.
* Strong and caring relationships which are the foundation of everything we do.
What are we looking for?
At Aspire we welcome applications from people who show:
* Enthusiasm, commitment and resilience
* An understanding and application of outstanding classroom practice.
* A desire and drive that inspires and motivates our young people and colleagues who are able to develop positive relationships.
* A desire to work as part of a high performing team.
Landgate School
Landgate is a school for learners aged 4-19 with Autism and/or communication and interaction conditions. We are a small school with huge impact, dedicated to improving outcomes for learners and their families in the Wigan borough and beyond. We demonstrate extraordinary dedication, outward thinking and inspirational teaching, learning and sensory practice.
At Landgate, our mission is ‘Bringing Learning to Life’ through readiness and engagement for learning and targeted, purposeful and innovative learning opportunities. Our learners are encouraged to become confident, happy, independent young adults and valued members of the wider community.
Oakfield High School and College
Oakfield is a School and College for learners aged 11-19 years with complex learning needs. We are extremely proud of our school, the achievements of our learners, the expertise, dedication and commitment of our staff, our amazing environment and our reputation for providing an exceptional education to learners in our school and beyond.
‘Learning today for our tomorrow’ encapsulates our deep commitment to raising achievement and future aspirations. Our inspirational learning climate focuses on the whole young person. We have an unshakable belief that every learner has the potential to succeed, achieve, fulfil their dreams and make a valuable contribution to society.
Please be advised that although initially based at Oakfield High School, the post holder may have the unique and exciting opportunity to work across all of the Federated Sites.
The Role
Please note if you are applying for this role you must have English and Maths, Grade C or above or an equivalent relevant qualification in Numeracy and Literacy. Proof will need to be provided.
We are in an exciting position and looking to appoint highly motivated, enthusiastic, energetic and resilient Level 2 Teaching Assistants (numerous posts). The successful candidates will have evidence of outstanding classroom practice and be able to develop positive relationships, inspire and motivate, engage and challenge learners to achieve.
Candidates should be willing to operate as part of the staff team supporting the learning, wellbeing and personal development of all learners under the direction of Senior Leaders, Teaching and Pastoral staff. Successful candidates may be expected to work in any phase across school, although it is not essential that they have prior experience of each phase. They will be expected to work with learners within the general classroom setting or by providing individual 1:1/small group support.
Candidates are encouraged to visit our website and social media to discover more about Oakfield High School and The Aspire Federation. Perspective applicants can request further information and ask questions via email to: enquiries@admin.oakfield.wigan.sch.uk
The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this same commitment. Any successful applicant will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure check by the Disclosure and Barring Service.
Application forms available online via greater.jobs.
Closing date: 21.09.2025
Interview date: To be Confirmed
This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus Child and Adult barred list check
The employer is committed to safeguarding
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