Job Description

Wigan


Term Time


16,811 - 17,344


Temporary


Expires 20/10/2025

About the Role

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St James' Catholic Primary School

St James' Road

Orrell

Wigan

WN5 7AA

Salary: Grade 3, 16,811 - 17,344 per annum. 12.85 - 13.26 per hour

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

Temporary in the first instance until 31st August 2026

Required from 3rd November 2025 or as soon as possible thereafter

The Governors wish to appoint a professional and committed Teaching Assistant to join our highly successful school. Your initial duties will include supporting pupils in both Key Stage One and Key Stage Two as well as supervising pupils of all ages at lunchtimes.


The main duties of the post are as follows


Establish rapport and respectful, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a role model and setting high expectations. Supervise and support pupils to undertake agreed learning activities under the direction of the class teacher. To promote pupils' development in a safe, secure, challenging environment. Promote inclusion and acceptance of all pupils by encouraging them to interact with each other and to engage in activities led by the teacher. Support the effective use of ICT in learning activities and develop pupils' competence and independence in its use. Support the implementation of Individual Education Plans and Behaviour Plans. Encourage good behaviour and manage behaviour appropriately in line with the requirements of the school behaviour policy. Promote self-esteem and independence amongst pupils. Provide feedback to pupils on their progress and achievement under the guidance of a teacher, in line with school policies. To assist in the supervision of pupils on outings and visits. Supervise children during lunchtime, in the hall, cloakrooms and playground areas. Encourage good table manners and develop social skills appropriate to the age of the child. Encourage and join in with playtime games and activities. Report to the class teachers any accidents, incidents or misbehaviour at the end of each lunchtime session. Ensure a first aider is informed of any accidents, and that pupils who are injured or sick are attended to as appropriate. Tidy up and wipe up spillages in the hall. Participate in all training relevant to the position. Be supportive of the School's ethos at all times.

In return we can offer:

A warm and welcoming school community underpinned by our Catholic ethos Highly motivated staff committed towards enabling our children to reach their full potential Friendly, enthusiastic and well-behaved children A strong, supportive staff team committed to the school's aims Leadership support and excellent professional development opportunities.

Application forms can be obtained by contacting the school office at St James' Catholic Primary School on Wigan 01942 748455 or enquiries@admin.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk or downloaded from the school website https://www.orrellsaintjames.wigan.sch.uk/teachingassistant


Wigan Council and the school are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment.

Interview date: To Be Confirmed

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

The employer is committed to safeguarding

To view the details relating to this position and to access the application form, please click the links below:

Person Specification Welcome Letter Application Form Childcare Disqualification Requirements DBS Policy Statement Schools Guidance for Safer Work Practices

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