Teaching Assistant

Monarch Education are recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a highly regarded specialist school in Solihull that supports pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), communication needs, sensory processing difficulties and associated learning needs.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about SEND and wants to work in a specialist setting where every day is different. The school supports pupils through highly structured routines, communication-focused learning and tailored interventions that help children build confidence, independence and life skills.

We are looking for a Teaching Assistant who can build strong relationships, remain calm under pressure and genuinely enjoys helping children overcome barriers to learning.

The Role

You’ll be supporting pupils across primary and secondary age groups, both within the classroom and through small group or 1:1 interventions.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Supporting pupils with Autism and additional learning needs
• Delivering structured learning activities and interventions
• Promoting communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Supporting sensory-based learning programmes
• Working closely with teachers, therapists and wider professionals
• Encouraging independence and positive behaviours
• Recording progress and celebrating achievements

We Are Looking For

• A Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification OR substantial experience supporting children or young adults with SEND
• Experience supporting Autism (ASC) and additional needs
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• A patient, resilient and positive attitude
• Confidence supporting challenging behaviour when required
• A genuine passion for helping pupils with SEND succeed
• Previous UK school or SEND provision experience is essential

Ideal Experience

• Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC)
• ADHD
• Speech, Language and Communication Needs
• SEMH
• Positive Behaviour Support
• PECS
• Makaton
• Sensory Processing Needs
• ELSA or nurture-based approaches
• 1:1 intervention support