1:1 Teaching Assistant - Primary School | Frome
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term Placement
Location: Frome, Somerset
Monarch Education is currently recruiting for a caring and committed 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a pupil with additional needs in a welcoming primary school in Frome. This is a full-time, long-term role starting in September 2026, ideal for someone with experience in delivering personalised support within a classroom setting.
About the Role
You will work closely with a pupil on a one-to-one basis, helping them to access learning, manage daily routines, and build confidence in the classroom. The school prides itself on being inclusive and nurturing, with a strong focus on pupil wellbeing and progress.
Key Responsibilities
Provide tailored 1:1 support to a pupil with additional learning or behavioural needs
Support the pupil during classroom activities and transitions
Implement strategies to encourage engagement and emotional regulation
Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and parents
Foster a safe, inclusive, and positive learning environmentWhat We're Looking For
Experience supporting children with SEND or additional needs
A patient, empathetic, and proactive approach
Strong communication and teamwork skills
Relevant SEND qualifications or training (desirable)
A valid DBS on the update service, or willingness to obtain oneBenefits 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 -
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