Support Worker

Monarchuk; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment provider is seeking an Autism Learning Support Assistant in Telford. This role involves working closely with children with Autism Spectrum Condition and other additional needs, supporting their learning and personal development in a primary school setting. The position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a positive impact in children's lives while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Flexible working opportunities

Continuous learning and development

Refer a Friend Scheme with bonuses

Access to exclusive vacancies

Competitive daily rates

Qualifications

• Previous experience in an SEN setting is preferred.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Passionate about supporting children with additional needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the class teacher in daily classroom activities.
• Assist children during lessons and playtimes.
• Implement behaviour management strategies.

Skills

Communication

Behaviour Management

Patience

Teamwork

Job description

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Job Description

Autism Learning Support Assistant - Telford

Location: Telford

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

Start Date: ASAP

Monarch Education, part of Affinity Workforce, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Learning Support Assistant to join a Primary School in Telford. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to support children with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), ADHD, and other additional needs.

Job Overview

As an Autism Learning Support Assistant, you will work closely with class teachers and other support staff to provide tailored support to pupils with ASC 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 playtimes 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

• Previous experience working with young people, ideally within an SEN setting
• 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
• A proactive attitude with a flexible and caring approach to supporting children's individual needs
  
  

Requirements

• A genuine interest in SEN and supporting pupils with additional needs
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Resilience, patience, and a positive attitude towards challenging situations
• Willingness to learn new skills and strategies to support SEND students
  
  

About

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 rates
  
  

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)

Monarch Education are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates and welcomes applications regardless of sex, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief pregnancy and maternity or disability as well as adhering to strict Safeguarding procedures.

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.

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