Teaching Assistant - 2:1 SEMH Pupil Support AP

Tradewind Recruitment LTD.; Lancashire; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CPD and safeguarding training

Consultant support

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment LTD is recruiting an experienced Teaching Assistant to support a secondary pupil in an Alternative Provision in Blackpool. This full-time, 2:1 placement starts in November, delivering tailored academic and behavioural support to help the pupil re-engage with education in a calm, structured setting.

You will work with another staff member delivering academic and behavioural support, focusing on engagement, wellbeing, and progression within a supportive team.

Qualifications

• Proven experience supporting young people with SEMH or behavioural needs.
• Background in SEN, Learning Mentor, Youth Worker, or related roles.
• Calm, patient, and proactive with strong emotional intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as part of a 2:1 support team to ensure a safe, focused, and positive learning environment.
• Support the pupil across core learning sessions, practical activities, and vocational tasks.
• De-escalate challenging behaviours using positive reinforcement and proven techniques.
• Foster positive relationships and build rapport to boost emotional resilience and engagement.
• Maintain clear communication with teachers, SENDCos, and pastoral leadership.

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Youth mentorship

Team collaboration

Job description

About the Role

Are you an experienced Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, or Youth Support Worker looking for a purposeful, rewarding role where you can make a lasting difference?

We are currently recruiting a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant to work on a 2:1 basis supporting a secondary-aged pupil within a reputable Alternative Provision (AP) in Blackpool. This is a full-time, ongoing placement starting in November.

Working closely alongside another experienced staff member, you will provide tailored academic, emotional, and behavioural support to help this pupil re-engage with education, build self-confidence, and navigate daily challenges in a calm, structured setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Work collaboratively as part of a 2:1 support team to ensure a safe, focused, and positive learning environment.

• Support the pupil across core learning sessions, practical activities, and vocational tasks.

• De-escalate challenging behaviours using positive reinforcement, empathy, and proven de-escalation techniques.

• Foster positive relationships and build rapport to help boost the student's emotional resilience and engagement.

• Maintain clear communication with class teachers, SENDCos, and pastoral leadership.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience supporting young people with SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), complex behavioural needs, or within a PRU / Alternative Provision / specialist school.

• Relevant backgrounds include: SEN Teaching Assistant, Learning Mentor, Youth Worker, Residential Support Worker, or Ex-Military/Sports Coach.

• Training in de-escalation (e.g., Team-Teach, Price, or MAPA) is highly advantageous, though not essential.

• A calm, patient, and non-judgemental approach with strong boundaries and high emotional intelligence.

• Reliable, adaptable, and a dedicated team player who thrives in challenging, dynamic environments.

What's on Offer

• Competitive daily rates paid weekly via PAYE.

• Full-time, consistent hours (Monday to Friday, 8:30 am - 3:30 pm).

• A supportive, close-knit staff team dedicated to pupil progress and well-being.

• Continuous access to accredited, free CPD and safeguarding training.

• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.