1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant for Year 10 (Autism Support)

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a compassionate Female Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 10 student in a Sefton secondary school.

The role emphasizes emotional wellbeing, mentoring, and helping the student engage with mainstream lessons. The successful candidate will work with the school’s SENCO and pastoral team, supporting anxiety management and building confidence through consistent, nurturing interactions.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting people with Autism and/or additional needs.
• Experience supporting students with social, emotional and mental health difficulties.
• A calm, patient, empathetic and nurturing approach.
• Excellent resilience and the ability to remain positive when faced with challenging situations.
• The confidence to support students who may experience anxiety, emotional dysregulation or difficulties with school attendance.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
• The ability to encourage and motivate students without creating additional pressure.
• A genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to education.

Responsibilities

• Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 10 student.
• Supporting the student with their emotional wellbeing and mental health needs.
• Encouraging and facilitating engagement with lessons and the wider school environment.
• Helping the student manage anxiety and overcome barriers to attending lessons.
• Developing positive, trusting relationships through consistency and patience.
• Adapting support to meet the student's individual needs.
• Working closely with the SENCO, pastoral team and other professionals involved in the student's care.
• Encouraging independence, confidence and positive learning experiences.

Job description

Tradewind Recruitment LTD. is seeking a compassionate Female Teaching Assistant to provide dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 10 student in a Sefton secondary school.

The role emphasizes emotional wellbeing, mentoring, and helping the student engage with mainstream lessons. The successful candidate will work with the school’s SENCO and pastoral team, supporting anxiety management and building confidence through consistent, nurturing interactions.