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1:1 Teaching Assistant - Year 9 (SEMH & Challenging Behaviour) - ASC SchoolLocation: Blackpool Start Date: July 2025Contract: Full-time, Fixed-Term (Full Academic Year)
Pupil Support: Year 9 student with SEMH & challenging behaviourAre you a resilient, empathetic, and committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a student who needs consistent, 1:1 support?
Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a specialist Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) school to recruit a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 9 pupil with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. This full-time position starts in July 2025 and runs for the entire academic year, with the possibility of extension.
About the Role:* Working 1:1 with a Year 9 pupil to provide behavioural and emotional support* Supporting the pupil's learning and helping them engage with the curriculum* Managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive routines* Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and support staff in a well-resourced setting* Implementing strategies from the pupil's behaviour and support plan
The Ideal Candidate Will Have:* Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, ASC, or challenging behaviour* A calm, patient, and consistent approach with strong emotional resilience* The ability to build a trusting, supportive relationship with the student* Confidence in using behaviour de-escalation techniques (Team Teach or equivalent training is desirable)* A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs
What Tradewind Offers:* Full support from a dedicated consultant* Access to ongoing CPD, including training in behaviour management and SEN* The opportunity to work within a well-respected specialist school* A meaningful role supporting a young person to reach their full potential
Apply today, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to or call and ask for Christina.
