SEN Teaching Assistant - Chesterfield Location: Chesterfield Pay: £95 to £120 per day Contract Type: Full-Time, Long-Term Supply, transitioning to permanent Start Date: September 2025 Are you an experienced and passionate Teaching Assistant with a strong background in supporting pupils with Special Educational Needs? Monarch Education are currently recruiting for a long-term SEN TA role at a well-regarded specialist school in Chesterfield, supporting primary-aged pupils with a range of additional needs. This is a full-time position to begin in September, initially on a supply basis, with a genuine opportunity for a permanent contract for the right person. You will be working closely with class teachers to provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Autism, ADHD, and behavioural needs. Due to the structure of the school, access to a vehicle is essential as you may be required to travel between local sites during the school day. What You'll Be Doing * Provide consistent 1:1 and small group support for pupils with SEN * Encourage and support pupil engagement and emotional development * Assist the class teacher with classroom organisation and learning activities * Promote positive behaviour through patient and proactive strategies * Work collaboratively with the wider SEN team to track and support pupil progress What We're Looking For Experience working with children or young people (in education, care, coaching, or support roles) Level 2 or 3 Teaching Assistant qualification (preferred but not essential) Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one A DBS on the Update Service or willingness to apply for one A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle Benefits of working with Monarch: Dedicated consultant supporting you through your employment & placements Weekly pay Free CPD available online, resources and support provided online Affinity Xtra benefits such as rewards and discounts Refer a friend scheme Monarch Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its temporary workers to share this commitment. Successful applicants will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive pre-employment checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. This role involves working with children on a daily basis and is therefore in regulated activity. Monarch Education is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications regardless of sex, age, race, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, religion and belief, pregnancy and maternity or disability.