Teaching Assistant

Area: Solihull
Hours of Work: 35 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm)
Start Date: ASAP

Teaching Assistant working with children with SEND

Monarch Education, part of Affinity Workforce, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) school in Solihull. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and other additional needs. Previous experience in a school setting is desirable but not essential; just a genuine passion for working with children and a willingness to learn and adapt are key.

Job Overview:

As an SEND Teaching Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils with Autism and related needs. Your role will be pivotal in creating a supportive, inclusive environment that fosters positive learning experiences and personal development for each child.

Key Responsibilities:

Support the class teacher and fellow support staff in the daily running of the classroom and activities
Assist children during lessons, activities, and play times to facilitate engagement and participation
Implement behaviour management strategies to support positive behaviour and emotional regulation
Deliver tailored 1:1 or small group interventions to meet individual learning goals
Collect and maintain evidence of children's work to support ongoing assessment and planning
Support children with communication, sensory, and emotional needs, encouraging independence and confidence

Person Specification:

Highly organised with excellent communication skills
Passionate about supporting and inspiring children to reach their full potential
Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, patient approach
Experience supporting children or adults with additional needs such as ASC, ADHD, or similar conditions
Knowledge of Makaton, sign language, or alternative communication methods is desirable but not essential

Monarch Education are proud to be a leading recruitment specialist in the Education industry. We are passionate about our people and the services we provide to our candidates. Working with Monarch Education will give you access too:

Flexible working opportunities
Affinity Academy - continuous learning and development!
A Refer a Friend Scheme giving you a bonus of up to £200
Exclusive vacancies within local Schools and Multi Academy Trusts
Competitive daily ratesTo learn more about us and what makes Monarch one of the leading education recruitment providers nationwide - please visit our website