SEND Teaching Assistant

Location: Midsomer Norton, BA3
Hours: Flexible - Part-Time or Full-Time Available
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Initially September to Christmas, with the potential to continue for the remainder of the academic year

Monarch Education is delighted to be recruiting on behalf of a welcoming and supportive school in Midsomer Norton (BA3). This is a fantastic opportunity for a compassionate and dedicated SEN Teaching Assistant to join a committed team supporting pupils with additional learning needs.

The Role

As an SEN Teaching Assistant, you will provide tailored support to pupils with a range of special educational needs, helping them to access learning, develop confidence, and achieve their full potential within a nurturing school environment.

This role may involve supporting pupils on a 1:1 basis, in small groups, or within the classroom, depending on individual needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support for pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• Supporting learning activities both inside and outside the classroom
• Assisting pupils with communication, social skills, and emotional regulation
• Encouraging independence and engagement in learning
• Working closely with teachers, the SENCo, and other support staff
• Helping to create a positive, inclusive, and structured learning environment
• Supporting personal care where required

About the School

This friendly and inclusive school has a strong commitment to supporting pupils with additional needs. Staff wellbeing and professional development are highly valued, and you will be joining a collaborative team that is passionate about providing the best possible outcomes for every child.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with children or young people, ideally within an SEN setting
• Is patient, nurturing, and resilient
• Has a genuine passion for supporting children with additional needs
• Can build positive and trusting relationships
• Is adaptable and proactive in their approach
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Holds relevant Teaching Assistant or SEND qualifications (desirable but not essential)

What's on Offer?

Flexible working options - part-time or full-time available
Supportive and welcoming school environment
Opportunity to make a meaningful difference to children's lives
Potential for the role to extend until the end of the academic year
Ongoing support and development through Monarch Education

Interested?

If you're passionate about helping children overcome barriers to learning and thrive in school, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to secure a rewarding SEN Teaching Assistant position in Midsomer Norton for September.

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 (monarcheducation.co.uk)

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.