SEN Teaching Assistant - High Needs Support (Year 7/8) Location: Blackburn, Lancashire Salary: £110.88 - £120.07 per day Contract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Immediate Start) Category: Education / SEND Support The Opportunity Are you a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant looking for a stable, long-term role in Blackburn? We are currently recruiting for a unique position within a specialist high-needs provision. You will be the dedicated support for a consistent, small group of just 8 pupils across Year 7 and 8. Because this group is taught by one lead teacher in a self-contained setting, you will provide the essential continuity these students need. This is a chance to build genuine, transformative relationships with learners who require a firm yet empathetic approach. Key Responsibilities Provide full-time classroom support to a high-needs group of 8 pupils. Utilise your initiative to identify and de-escalate potential behavioural triggers before they escalate. Work closely with the class teacher to deliver a consistent, safe, and engaging learning environment. Apply behaviour management strategies tailored to students with complex SEMH and behavioural needs.What We Are Looking For Proven Experience: You must have a background in supporting challenging behaviour, ideally within an Alternative Provision (AP) or SEND setting. Proactive Mindset: We need someone who can work independently and use their in...