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Teaching Assistant
Job Posted: a day ago
Salary: £ 444 - 688 /
Job Type: Contract
Location: Bridgwater, Somerset
Expire in: a month
Job Description
Teaching Assistant
Area: Bridgwater
Hours of Work: 40 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm)
Start Date: ASAP/September 2025
Monarch Education, part of Affinity Workforce, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Teaching Assistant to join a school in Bridgwater. 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 not essential; a genuine passion for working with children and a willingness to learn and adapt are key.
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Job Overview:
As an Teaching 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.
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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
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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
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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
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 websiteBefore You Apply
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