LSA2
| Company: | Teaching Vacancies |
|---|---|
| Salary: | Not specified |
| Hours: | Full-time |
| Location: | Wigan, WN1 2NT |
| Job type: | Contract |
| Posting date: | 16 Oct 2026 |
| Closing date: | 6 Nov 2026 |
Summary
What skills and experience we're looking for
The Governors of Woodfield Primary School are looking to appoint an enthusiastic and highly motivated Learning Support/Teaching Assistant to work in our friendly, successful and welcoming school. Specific knowledge or experience of working with children with autism is welcome.
We are looking for someone who is willing to take a full and active role in the life of the school and be part of a hardworking and committed team. The post holder will work as a Learning Support Assistant across school, supporting children in class, in 1:1 and small group situations. The successful candidate will have the experience and/or the ability to support children with additional learning needs to make appropriate progress relevant to their individual targets and action plans. You will have the ability to form positive relationships with children and families, focused on individual learning need. The role may also include delivering intervention support programmes as school need dictates. Up to 10 hours will be spent working in our very popular afterschool wraparound care club, Treetops. You will work under the direction of the Headteacher/Assistant Headteachers, class teachers and school SENCO.
What the school offers its staff
As part of the school team, you will:
• work with happy, enthusiastic and well-behaved children.
• have a proven track record as an outstanding practitioner with consistently high expectations of achievement, attainment and behaviour.
• promote and develop a culture of aspiration and resilience.
• work within a caring, welcoming atmosphere.
• be part of an excellent team of outstanding staff and governors.
• enjoy being a part of a well-resourced, modern school.
• develop and enjoy a commitment to personal and professional development.
Commitment to safeguarding
This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.