SEND Teaching Assistant - Autism Specialist

Location: Melksham

Start Date: Immediate

Contract Type: Full-time | Term Time Only

Monarch Education is proud to be working with a large, Ofsted-rated Outstanding primary school in Melksham. This vibrant and welcoming school is celebrated for its nurturing ethos, structured learning environment, and unwavering commitment to helping every child thrive-academically, socially, and emotionally.

We''re currently seeking a dedicated SEND Teaching Assistant who is ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young learners. If you''re calm, compassionate, and passionate about supporting children with additional needs, this is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a team that truly values inclusive education.

The school''s vision-"Nurture, Grow, Flourish"-is at the heart of everything they do. Housed in a modern, state-of-the-art building on the outskirts of Melksham, the school offers an inspiring setting where both pupils and staff are supported to reach their full potential.

What You''ll Be Doing:

• Supporting students with ASD in the classroom, helping them stay engaged and focused.
• Working one-to-one or in small groups to deliver tailored learning and emotional support.
• Helping with sensory activities and structured routines.
• Assisting teachers with lesson prep and classroom organisation.
• Encouraging independence and celebrating small wins every day.

What We''re Looking For:

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND, especially ASD.
• Someone who''s caring, reliable, and not afraid to get stuck in.
• Good communication skills and a team-player attitude.
• Any relevant training (e.g. Autism Awareness, Team Teach) is a bonus-but not essential.

Why You''ll Love Working Here:

• The school has a great team and a really supportive atmosphere.
• There''s on-site parking and easy bus links, so getting there is simple.
• You''ll be part of something genuinely rewarding, helping students grow in confidence and ability.
• Monarch Education offers ongoing support, training, and opportunities to progress.

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 ((url removed))

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.