Special Needs Teaching Assistant

Teaching Assistant - Specialist School (Derby)

Monarch Education are recruiting for a Teaching Assistant to support learners within a specialist education setting in Derby.

This rewarding role involves working with KS3 and KS4 learners who may have a range of additional needs, including Autism, ADHD, communication difficulties, learning disabilities, SEMH needs, and associated behaviours that challenge. The successful candidate will be passionate about supporting young people, building positive relationships, and helping pupils reach their full potential both academically and personally.

You will work closely with teaching staff, therapists, and pastoral teams to provide tailored support that enables learners to engage positively in education and develop confidence and independence.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting students on a 1:1 basis and in small groups
• Assisting with the delivery of lessons across a range of curriculum areas
• Adapting learning activities to meet individual needs
• Supporting pupils with communication, social interaction and emotional regulation
• Building strong, positive relationships with learners
• Promoting engagement, independence and self-confidence
• Managing behaviour through consistency, patience and positive reinforcement
• Implementing strategies outlined within EHCPs and support plans
• Supporting personal development and life skills
• Working collaboratively with teachers, therapists and pastoral staff

Requirements

• Experience working with children or young people
• Previous experience as a Teaching Assistant, Support Worker, Learning Support Assistant or similar role is desirable
• Understanding of SEND, Autism and associated learning needs
• Confident supporting learners who may display challenging behaviours
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills
• Patient, resilient and adaptable approach
• Passionate about helping young people achieve positive outcomes

Why Join Monarch Education?

• Competitive rates of pay
• Flexible working opportunities
• Leading provider and Government Commercial Agency (GCA)
• Free CPD and safeguarding training
• Refer a Friend Scheme
• Dedicated consultant support
• Opportunity to make a lasting difference to young people's lives

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

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