1:1 Teaching Assistant (Male Pupil Support)

Are you a dedicated Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Mentor, or Youth Support Worker skilled at establishing strong rapport and guiding young people toward academic and personal success?

A supportive secondary school in the Blackpool (FY postcode) area is seeking a proactive, reliable 1:1 Teaching Assistant to work directly with a male student requiring dedicated academic, social, and emotional guidance. This is a full-time, long-term opportunity starting in November, ideal for someone who thrives on building positive working relationships and offering consistent, calm mentorship.

• Deliver dedicated 1:1 support across the school day, both inside the classroom and during structured intervention sessions.

• Act as a reliable mentor and positive role model to help build self-esteem, focus, and social engagement.

• Employ proven de-escalation strategies and restorative approaches to maintain a settled, productive learning space.

• Break down classroom tasks and tailor resources to match the student''s learning pace and interests.

• Maintain close feedback loops with the class teachers, SENCo, and pastoral team to track targets and progression.

• Prior experience working 1:1 with young people in secondary schools, alternative provisions, sports mentoring, or youth work.

• Strong understanding of SEMH (Social, Emotional & Mental Health), ADHD, ASC, or associated barriers to engagement.

• A grounded, empathetic, and firm-yet-fair approach with excellent boundary-setting skills.

• De-escalation training (e.g., Team-Teach, MAPA, or equivalent) is advantageous but not essential.

• A valid Enhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for one).

• Regular, dependable hours: 8:30 am to 3:30 pm, Monday to Friday (term-time only, no weekends or late shifts).

• Competitive daily rates: Paid weekly via PAYE with transparent holiday pay.

• Professional development: Free access to accredited online CPD courses, including SEND strategies and safeguarding.

• Supportive environment: Work alongside an experienced SENCo and dedicated pastoral team.

If you have the resilience, energy, and communication skills to provide vital 1:1 guidance and make a measurable impact, submit your CV today by clicking ''Apply Now''.

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