Teaching Assistant Level 2 or 3

Westfield Community School

Montrose Avenue,

Pemberton

WN5 9XN

This is a single vacancy, with the level and grade dependent on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience:

Teaching Assistant Level 2

Salary: Grade 3, £19,367 per annum. £13.69 per hour

Teaching Assistant Level 3

Salary: Grade 4, £19,367 - £20,307 per annum. £13.69 - £14.36 per hour

32.5 hours per week, term time working 38 weeks per year

Required as soon as possible

The candidate will be required to work 32.5 hours per week term-time only

We are looking to employ an experienced Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistant to work within our thriving school. We can offer you:

working within a school that is built on an ethos of HOPE

High Expectations

Opportunities for all

Progress

Enjoyment

working with committed and enthusiastic colleagues

commitment to continued professional development

opportunity to work within a fully inclusive school

pupils who are well behaved and enthusiastic to learn

The suitable candidate must have:-

Experience of working at either Level 2 or Level 3

Secure knowledge of Primary education

An NVQ Level 2 or 3 qualification or equivalent

GCSE (or equivalent) Maths and English

Have proven experience of working with pupils with

additional needs

The candidate must also be able to:-

Work constructively as part of a team

Liaise sensitively and effectively with parents and other professionals

Promote inclusion of all pupils within the classroom

To apply please download the application form and supporting documentation and return completed applications to Lorraine Rayner, Business Director at: bman@admin.westfield.wigan.sch.uk

At Westfield Community School safeguarding is everyone’s responsibility. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment and adhere to the school s child protection policies and procedures. All candidates must be legally entitled to work in the UK and comply with the Immigrations, Asylum and Nationality Act regulations. Applications from all sections of the community are welcome.

This post involves working with children, young people or vulnerable adults and is therefore Exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act.

Shortlisted candidates will be notified by email of the interview arrangements. Please ensure your correct email address is provided on your application form.

In line with recommendations from Keeping Children Safe in Education Guidance we will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates are also required to complete a self-declaration of any criminal records or information that would make you unsuitable to work with children.

If you require any further information, please contact the school on on Tel: 01942 776007 E-mail: bman@admin.westfield.wigan.sch.uk Website: www.westfield.wigan.sch.uk

The closing date is Thursday 22nd October at 12 midnight.

Interview date: Week commencing 2^nd November 2026 - You will be contacted if you are selected for interview.

This position is subject to Enhanced Disclosure Procedures plus child barred list check

The employer is committed to safeguarding

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