Learning Support Assistant - Complex Needs Mansfield
Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant with a passion for supporting children and young people with complex learning needs?
Monarch Education is currently recruiting for a Specialist Teaching Assistant to work within a welcoming SEND setting in Mansfield. This rewarding role involves supporting pupils with SLD (Severe Learning Difficulties), MLD (Moderate Learning Difficulties), and complex needs, helping them access learning, develop independence, and reach their individual goals.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is patient, caring, and committed to making a meaningful difference every day.
The Role
As a Specialist Teaching Assistant, you will:
- Support pupils with SLD, MLD, and complex learning needs
- Provide 1:1 and small group support tailored to individual EHCP targets
- Assist with communication, social development, and emotional regulation
- Adapt learning activities to meet a range of abilities and needs
- Work closely with teachers, therapists, and wider support staff
- Promote independence, confidence, and positive engagement in learning
- Help create a safe, inclusive, and nurturing environment for all pupils
Requirements
To be considered for this role, you must have:
- At least 12 months' experience working within a UK educational setting
- Previous experience supporting children or young people with SEND
- A good understanding of safeguarding and behaviour management
- A patient, resilient, and adaptable approachThe right to work in the UK
Experience supporting pupils with complex needs, communication difficulties, sensory needs, or personal care requirements would be highly advantageous.
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 (you can make unlimited referrals)
- online portal to manage your pay and timesheets
To learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website - About Us - Monarch url removed
Important Information
- All pay rates provided are inclusive of rolled up holiday pay.
- Equal Opportunities - Monarch
- Affinity Workforce Solutions and Monarch Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share these commitments. As this role involves working with children on a daily basis, regulated activity is that any successful applicant's applications will, accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to 2 employment references, an enhanced DBS check and a right to work in the UK check.
- This vacancy is based in the United Kingdom. Monarch Education operate in the UK and can only process applications from candidates who are currently UK residents and eligible to work in the UK. Whilst we will endeavour to contact you following your response, due to the high volume of applications we regret that this cannot always be possible. If you have not had notification from us within 30 days please take your application as not being successful this time but we will keep your details on file for future opportunities.
Learning Support Assistant - Complex Needs employer: Monarch Education
Monarch Education is an excellent employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work culture that prioritises the growth and development of its staff. As a SEND Teaching Assistant in Loughborough, you will benefit from comprehensive training opportunities, including free safeguarding training, and enjoy a rewarding role that makes a real difference in the lives of children with special educational needs. With a focus on collaboration and community, Monarch Education fosters an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally.
