1:1 Teaching Assistant - Year 9 (SEMH & Challenging Behaviour) - ASC School Location: Blackpool Start Date: July 2025 Contract: Full-time, Fixed-Term (Full Academic Year) Pupil Support: Year 9 student with SEMH & challenging behaviour Are you a resilient, empathetic, and committed Teaching Assistant looking for a rewarding opportunity to support a student who needs consistent, 1:1 support? Tradewind Recruitment are working in partnership with a specialist Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) school to recruit a 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Year 9 pupil with SEMH needs and challenging behaviour. This full-time position starts in July 2025 and runs for the entire academic year, with the possibility of extension. About the Role: * Working 1:1 with a Year 9 pupil to provide behavioural and emotional support * Supporting the pupil's learning and helping them engage with the curriculum * Managing challenging behaviours and promoting positive routines * Collaborating with teachers, therapists, and support staff in a well-resourced setting * Implementing strategies from the pupil's behaviour and support plan The Ideal Candidate Will Have: * Experience supporting children or young people with SEMH, ASC, or challenging behaviour * A calm, patient, and consistent approach with strong emotional resilience * The ability to build a trusting, supportive relationship with the student * Confidence in using behaviour de-escalation techniques (Team Teach or equivalent training is desirable) * A genuine passion for making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs What Tradewind Offers: * Full support from a dedicated consultant * Access to ongoing CPD, including training in behaviour management and SEN * The opportunity to work within a well-respected specialist school * A meaningful role supporting a young person to reach their full potential Apply today, please send your CV and a short cover letter outlining your interest and relevant experience to (url removed) or call (phone number removed) and ask for Christina