The Deanery Church of England High School & Sixth Form College Frog Lane Wigan WN1 1HQ Salary: Grade 3, 15,539 - 16,342 per annum. 12.45 - 12.85 per hour 29 hours 10 mins per week, term time working 38 weeks per year Various positions and hours available Temporary due to funding Required as soon as possible We welcome a number of pupils with Education Healthcare Plans and are looking for enthusiastic Teaching Assistants who will enjoy being part of a collaborative and dedicated team that work with integrity together. These positions would ideally suit someone who has the ability to inspire and motivate children whilst being pro-active, calm and cheerful. It is important for our school that you want to contribute to the growth and development of every child and to meet their individual needs. These are temporary posts until 31st August 2025, subject to funding, with the potential for contracts to continue beyond 1st September 2025. The successful candidate will: Be willing to work hard, be kind and make a difference Work with teachers and other staff to prepare resources and deliver lessons to individuals and small groups Work in partnership with parents and external agencies to support children Be reliable, punctual and consistent in your work Previous experience would be welcome 3 x GCSEs Grade 9-4 including English and Maths (or equivalent) are essential Be passionate about working at The Deanery Our core employee rewards and benefits include: A dedicated, enthusiastic and highly professional staff team A professional working environment in which all staff are valued, listened to and able to fully use their gifts and talents Warm and strict behaviour systems, meaning pupils can learn and teachers can teach Centralised same-day detention systems A comprehensive induction programme A professional working environment in which all staff are valued and listened to A bespoke CPD programme for all staff, including access to the full suite of NPQs The post is covered by the Protection of Children Act and is therefore subject to an enhanced DBS check. This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. Information pack available from the school website: www.deanery.wigan.sch.uk Completed applications should be returned to: Mrs Tracy Wogan, Executive Assistant to the Headteacher T: 01942 597501 E: swogantdeanery.wigan.sch.uk How to apply If you would like to apply for this position, you will need to complete an application form. Our application form is available online from our website. If you have any queries, please contact Mrs Wogan, Executive Assistant to the Headteacher, on 01942 597501. Electronic application forms and letters of application should be emailed to swogantdeanery.wigan.sch.uk Completing your application form Please read all the information provided before completing your application form Complete your form electronically CVs are not accepted Complete all sections: do not leave any blanks; put N/A if not applicable and give as much information as you can Please continue on a separate sheet if you require more space to complete any section Letter of application Please include a letter of application, addressed to the Headteacher. It should not exceed 2 sides of A4, font Tahoma size 11. Your letter of application must directly address the following: 1. Why you want to work at The Deanery 2. Your previous experiences 3. Your personality and what makes you unique 4. What positive impact you could have on our school References All offers of employment are subject to the receipt of a minimum of 2 satisfactory references. One of your references must be from the Headteacher at your current school, or your most recent employer. If your current/most recent employment does/did not involve working with children, then the second referee should be from the employer with whom you most recently worked with children. Neither referee should be a relative/friend. Shortlisted applicants for posts are advised that references will be taken up prior to interview. Please note, unless you ask us not to, we will assume it is acceptable to contact your referees at any time. Online checks The school will conduct an online check for all shortlisted candidates. Shortlisted candidates Shortlisted candidates will be contacted by email and telephone to inform them of the next stages of the recruitment process and arrangements for interviews. If you have not heard from the school 7 days after the closing date you have not been shortlisted on this occasion. Following the interview Once all candidates have been interviewed, the successful candidate will be contacted by telephone as soon as possible after the interview (usually within 2 working days). Candidates who have not been successful will be contacted (usually within 2 working days) with details of how to contact the school if they would like feedback 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: