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Are you passionate about supporting young learners in their transition to secondary school? Hays Education is working in partnership with a well-regarded secondary school in Wigan to recruit a dedicated Year 7 Teaching Assistant to join their team after the October half-term.

Your new role

As a Year 7 Teaching Assistant, you will play a key role in helping pupils settle into secondary education. You’ll support students both in and out of the classroom, working closely with teaching staff to deliver tailored support and ensure pupils are engaged, confident, and progressing well.

What you'll need to succeed

• Experience working with children, ideally in a school or educational setting

• A genuine interest in supporting young people’s learning and wellbeing

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• A proactive and flexible approach to working in a dynamic school environment

• Relevant qualifications or training (e.g. Level 2/3 TA, CACHE, or equivalent) are desirable.

What you'll get in return

• Long-term placement with potential for a permanent role

• Competitive daily rate

• Ongoing support from your dedicated Hays consultant

• Access to professional development and safeguarding training

• Opportunity to make a real difference in pupils’ lives

What you need to do now

If you're ready to take the next step in your education career and support Year 7 students in a thriving Wigan school, we’d love to hear from you. Click Apply Now or contact Lucy McDowell at Hays Education – Preston Office for more information.