Teaching Assistant – Autism Support
Location: Derby
Role: Teaching Assistant (Special Educational Needs – Autism Support)
Start Date: ASAP / Ongoing
Contract: Full-time, Term Time Only
About the Role
Monarch Education are currently recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to work within a specialist SEN school supporting pupils with Autism (ASC) and complex needs.
This rewarding role involves providing dedicated classroom and 1:1 support, helping pupils to access learning in a structured, nurturing environment. You will also play a key role in supporting personal care needs, ensuring dignity, safety, and wellbeing at all times.
The setting takes a holistic and therapeutic approach, supporting pupils with communication difficulties, sensory needs, and social development, while promoting independence and confidence.
Key Responsibilities
- Support pupils with Autism and additional needs in the classroom and on a 1:1 basis
- Assist with personal care, including toileting and hygiene where required
- Support learning activities, engagement, and communication
- Implement individual education and care plans (EHCPs)
- Use visual aids, sensory strategies, and structured routines
- Promote emotional regulation and positive behaviour
- Work closely with the class teacher, therapists, and wider SEND team
- Support the development of life skills and independence
Requirements
- Experience working with children or young people with Autism/SEND
- Comfortable supporting personal care needs
- A compassionate, patient and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to remain calm and adaptable in challenging situations
- Passion for making a positive difference in pupils’ lives
Desirable
- Experience in a specialist SEN or autism setting
- Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or alternative communication methods
- Understanding of sensory processing needs
- Relevant qualifications in education, childcare or care work
- Team Teach or similar behaviour training
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
- Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This role is subject to employment references, an enhanced DBS check and right to work in the UK checks
- Applicants must be UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Due to the high volume of applications, if you do not hear from us within 30 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.
