Teaching Assistants- Wigan
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:
1. Supporting the class teacher daily with the tasks they require you to undertake
2. Build a positive and supportive relationship with all children, colleagues and parents
3. Use your initiative and uphold strong behaviour management
4. Supporting groups of children and working on a one-to-one basis
5. Adapting your support style to suit all individual needs
To be considered for this role, we require you to meet the following criteria:
6. Strong English and Maths Skills
7. Previous experience/ knowledge of Phonics or be willing to learn Phonics
8. Previous experience of volunteering or working with Children in the past 5 years
9. Have eligibility to work in the UK or be a UK resident
10. Two suitable references covering the last 2 years
11. Hold a current DBS that is registered with the update service or be willing to apply for a new one
Benefits to YOU:
12. Fast-registration process
13. Excellent rates of pay
14. Educator Wellbeing Guide
15. School Preparation Pack
16. FREE PSHE Lesson Plans designed by real teachers
17. 5 FREE CPD courses when you register with us
18. 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.