Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant

Wolverhampton

ASAP Start

Flexible Ad-Hoc & Full-Time Opportunities

£92.59 – £120 per day

Are you a caring, patient, and dedicated individual looking to make a real difference in the lives of children and young people with additional needs?

We are currently recruiting for a SEND Teaching Assistant to join a welcoming and supportive all-through SEND school in Wolverhampton, working with students aged 3-19 years. This rewarding role involves supporting children and young people with Complex Learning Difficulties (CLD), Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulties (PMLD), Autism, and a range of additional needs.

Whether you’re looking for flexible ad-hoc work or a long-term full-time position, we would love to hear from you.

The Role

As a SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with teaching staff and therapists to provide individualised support that enables pupils to access learning, develop communication skills, and achieve their full potential.

Many students require support with personal care, sensory learning activities, and non-verbal communication methods. The successful candidate will be compassionate, proactive, and comfortable supporting pupils with complex needs throughout their school day.

Key Responsibilities

• Support children and young people aged 3-19 with a range of complex SEND needs.
• Assist pupils with learning activities both in and out of the classroom.
• Provide personal care support where required, including toileting and changing.
• Use non-verbal communication methods, visual aids, and sensory approaches to support learning and engagement.
• Work closely with teachers, therapists, and other support staff to meet individual learning and care plans.
• Encourage independence, confidence, and social development.
• Create a safe, positive, and nurturing learning environment for all pupils.

The Ideal Candidate

We welcome applications from individuals with a variety of backgrounds and transferable skills, including:

• SEND Teaching Assistants.
• Level 2 or Level 3 Teaching Assistants.
• Residential Care Workers.
• Support Workers.
• Youth Workers.
• Healthcare Assistants.
• Nursery Practitioners.
• Sports Coaches and community support professionals.

You will ideally have:

• Experience working with children, young people, or adults with additional needs.
• A caring and patient approach.
• Experience supporting individuals with complex needs, autism, PMLD, or learning difficulties.
• Confidence assisting with personal care.
• Experience using or supporting non-verbal communication methods such as PECS, Makaton, visual prompts, or sensory communication approaches.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• A genuine passion for helping vulnerable young people succeed.

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.

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