Teaching Assistant

Location: Wolverhampton
Start Date: Immediate Start
Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term
Pay Rate: £92.59 – £120 per day (depending on experience)

Are you looking for a rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference to the lives of children and young people with additional needs? Monarch Education is recruiting a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a specialist educational setting in Wolverhampton that supports pupils with a range of complex learning difficulties, communication needs, Autism (ASC), Severe Learning Difficulties (SLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), and associated medical or physical needs.

This role would suit someone who is nurturing, patient and passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning. The school provides a highly inclusive environment where every pupil is supported to develop academically, socially, emotionally and personally through a tailored curriculum designed to meet their individual needs.

The Role

As a Teaching Assistant, you will:

• Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and within small groups throughout the school day.
• Assist with personalised learning activities adapted to individual abilities and learning styles.
• Support students with communication, sensory and emotional regulation needs.
• Encourage pupils to develop independence, confidence and life skills.
• Work alongside teachers, therapists and support staff to deliver outstanding educational experiences.
• Provide personal care support where required.
• Create a safe, positive and engaging learning environment for all pupils.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from both qualified Teaching Assistants and individuals with transferable skills and relevant SEND experience.

Previous experience from any of the following backgrounds would be highly beneficial:

• Teaching Assistant
• Residential Care Worker
• Support Worker
• Sports Coach
• Youth Worker
• Behaviour Mentor
• Care Assistant
• Children’s Residential Support
• Mental Health Support Worker
• Community Outreach Worker

The ideal candidate will have:

• Experience supporting children, young people or vulnerable individuals.
• A patient, calm and compassionate approach.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• The ability to build strong and trusting relationships.
• A genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs.
• Resilience, adaptability and a positive attitude.

This is an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within specialist education while making a meaningful difference to the lives of young people every day.

Why Join Monarch Education?

• Flexible work to suit your lifestyle
• Leading provider, Government Commercial Agency (GCA)
• Free CPD and safeguarding training
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Dedicated consultant support

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

Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding children and young people. Successful applicants will be subject to relevant pre-employment and DBS checks.