Casual Teaching Assistant

Location: Chesterfield
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Casual / Flexible Supply

About the Role

Monarch Education are seeking enthusiastic and adaptable Casual Teaching Assistants to work across a variety of Specialist settings in Chesterfield.

This flexible role is ideal for individuals looking to gain valuable classroom experience while enjoying the freedom to choose when and where they work. Opportunities are available across specialist SEND provisions, supporting pupils with a diverse range of learning and additional needs.

As a Casual Teaching Assistant, you will play an important role in supporting pupils’ learning, wellbeing, and development while helping to create a positive and engaging learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups.
• Assist teachers in delivering classroom activities and learning programmes.
• Encourage pupil engagement, confidence, and participation.
• Support pupils with SEND, SEMH, and additional learning needs where required.
• Promote positive behaviour and follow school policies.
• Adapt to different school environments and classroom routines.
• Build positive relationships with pupils and staff.
• Support personal care needs where required.
• Follow safeguarding procedures at all times.

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people in education, childcare, care, coaching, youth work, or similar settings.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexible and adaptable approach to work.
• Ability to build positive relationships quickly.
• A patient, proactive, and reliable attitude.
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Desirable

• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Learning Support Assistant, or Support Worker.
• Experience supporting pupils with SEND, SEMH, Autism, or behavioural needs.
• Knowledge of behaviour management strategies.
• Relevant qualifications in Education, Childcare, Health & Social Care, Psychology, or a related field.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle.

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education

• GCA Approved Supplier
• Flexible work to fit around your availability
• Opportunities to gain experience across a variety of school settings
• Competitive daily rates (inclusive of holiday pay)
• 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 Education
https://www.monarcheducation.co.uk/about-us/

Important Information

All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled-up holiday pay.

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 high application volumes, if you do not hear from us within 30 days, please assume your application has been unsuccessful on this occasion.