SEN Teaching Assistant

Monarch Education; Stafford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affinity Academy

Safeguarding training

Refer a friend bonus

Online pay portal

Job summary

Monarch Education is recruiting an enthusiastic Early Years and Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to support a Reception child with Autism in a Stafford primary school. You will work closely with class teachers to ensure personalised learning provisions and enable participation in lessons.

The role offers the opportunity to develop SEN expertise, with a focus on safeguarding and inclusive practice, within a supportive school environment and a friendly Monarch Education team.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting pupils with SEN, including Autism.
• Ability to support in EYFS and KS1 learning environments.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to EYFS and KS1 pupils.
• Deliver 1:1 support for a Reception child with Autism.
• Assist with planning, prep and classroom organisation.
• Support pupils with a range of learning needs and behaviour.

Skills

EYFS Support

KS1 Support

SEN Experience

Autism Support

Communication

Education

Education or Childcare qualification

Job description

We are working for a Primary School in Stafford who are seeking a dedicated and enthusiastic Early Years and Key Stage 1 Teaching Assistant to join their supportive and dynamic team. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone passionate about supporting children’s learning and development in a vibrant primary school environment.

You will work on a one to one basis with a Reception child with Autism and is non verbal. You will work closely with class teachers to support and help this pupil to ensure they have the right provisions in place and is supporting during lessons to ensure they achieve their full potential both academically and personally.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support to pupils in EYFS and Key Stage 1
• 1:1 support a Reception child with Austiam and is non verbal
• Work with individuals and small groups to reinforce learning
• Assist the class teacher with planning, preparation, and classroom organisation
• Support pupils with a wide range of learning needs
• Promote positive behaviour and engagement in learning
• Help create a safe, inclusive, and stimulating learning environment

Essential Requirements

• Previous experience working with primary-aged children
• Strong experience supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs (SEN)
• A good understanding of strategies to support children with additional learning needs
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• A patient, nurturing, and adaptable approach
• A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children

Desirable Skills & Experience

• Experience working within Early years and Key Stage 1
• Knowledge of interventions and support strategies
• Relevant qualifications in education or childcare

About the School

Our school is a welcoming and inclusive environment with a strong community ethos. While the role is not based within a designated SEN provision, the school has a significant number of pupils with additional needs, so experience and confidence in supporting SEN is essential.

We pride ourselves on our supportive staff team, commitment to professional development, and focus on ensuring every child thrives.

What We Offer

• A friendly and supportive team environment
• Opportunities for professional development and training
• A rewarding role making a real difference to children’s lives

Benefits of Working with Monarch Education:

• leading provider, Crown Commercial Service Approved
• 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 the …

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