At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs in a specialist SEN school environment.
- Company: Join Monarch Education, a leading education recruitment provider.
- Benefits: Flexible working hours, competitive pay, and free training opportunities.
- Other info: Opportunities for career growth and development in a supportive team.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in the lives of young people every day.
- Qualifications: Experience with children or young people; SEN experience is a plus.
The predicted salary is between 23000 - 27000 £ per year.
This is a fantastic opportunity to work in a highly specialised environment supporting pupils with a range of additional needs, particularly communication and interaction difficulties, including Autism (ASD) and speech, language, and communication needs (SLCN).
You will play a key role in supporting students both academically and socially, helping them to develop confidence, independence, and essential life skills.
Key Responsibilities- Support pupils on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
- Assist teachers in delivering engaging and tailored lessons
- Support pupils with communication, emotional regulation, and social interaction
- Help implement EHCP targets and personalised learning plans
- Encourage positive behaviour and engagement in lessons
- Create a safe, inclusive, and structured learning environment
- Work collaboratively with teachers, therapists, and support staff
- Follow safeguarding policies and procedures at all times
- Experience working with children or young people (SEN experience desirable)
- Calm, patient, and nurturing approach
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to build trusting relationships with pupils
- A genuine passion for supporting young people with additional needs
- Experience supporting pupils with ASD or speech and language needs
- Knowledge of communication strategies (e.g., PECS, Makaton)
- Team Teach or similar behaviour management training
- Understanding of EHCPs and personalised learning approaches
- GCA Approved Supplier
- Flexible working to suit your availability
- Opportunities to gain experience across specialist SEN 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
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.
If you are passionate about supporting pupils with communication and additional needs and want to make a meaningful difference every day, we would love to hear from you.
Teaching Assistant - Speech and Language in Mansfield employer: Monarch Recruitment Ltd
Monarch Education is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in Cheltenham. As an Inclusion Assistant, you will benefit from flexible working hours, opportunities for professional development through our Affinity Academy, and a strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. Join us to make a meaningful impact in education while enjoying competitive pay and a collaborative culture.
