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.Key Responsibilities: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.Who We Are Looking For:Prior experience working 1:1 with young people in secondary schools, alternative provisions, sports mentoring, or youth work.Strong understanding of SEMH (Social, Emotional and Mental Health), ADHD, ASC, or associated barriers to engagement.A grounded, empathetic, and firm-yet-fair approach with excellent ..... full job details .....