1:1 Teaching Assistant – Specialist School
Location: Amber Valley
Role: 1:1 Teaching Assistant
Start Date: September
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
About the Role
Monarch Education are currently recruiting for a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEN school. This role involves providing dedicated, individualised support to a pupil with complex additional needs, helping them to access education and develop essential life and independence skills.
The school caters for pupils with a range of needs including SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition), and complex learning difficulties, and is well known for its nurturing, holistic approach.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide consistent 1:1 support tailored to the individual needs of the pupil
- Support learning, emotional regulation and classroom engagement
- Implement personalised support strategies and care plans
- Build a positive, trusting relationship with the pupil
- Assist with behaviour management and de-escalation techniques
- Work closely with the class teacher and wider SEND team
- Support the development of social skills, resilience and independence
Requirements
- Experience working with children or young people with SEND
- Confidence supporting challenging behaviour and complex needs
- A patient, resilient and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to remain calm under pressure
- Passion for supporting vulnerable pupils
Desirable
- Experience working in a residential school or similar setting
- Knowledge of Autism (ASC) and/or SEMH needs
- Relevant qualifications in education, childcare or support work
Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:
- GCA Approved Supplier
- Opportunity to enhance your CPD portfolio through our Affinity Academy
- Free Safeguarding training
- Refer a friend scheme – £200 bonus (unlimited referrals)
- Online portal to manage your pay and timesheets
About Us
To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide, please visit:
About Us – Monarch (monarcheducation.co.uk)
Important Information:
- All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay
- Equal Opportunities – Monarch
- Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share these commitments. This role is subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check
- This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Applicants must be UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Due to the high volume of applications, if you have not heard from us within 30 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
