1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant Location: Stockport Contract: Long-term | Full-time Transport: Driving licence & access to a car highly desirable We are recruiting a committed and experienced 1:1 SEN Teaching Assistant to support a Year 8 pupil within a mainstream secondary school in Stockport. This is a long-term, full-time position supporting a student with SEND and significant behavioural needs. Due to the school's location, the site is difficult to access via public transport, therefore drivers are strongly preferred. The Role * Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Year 8 student * Supporting learning, emotional regulation, and behaviour management * Applying Team Teach strategies and positive handling techniques where required * Working collaboratively with teaching staff, SENCO, and pastoral teams * Supporting the pupil both in class and during unstructured times Essential Requirements * Level 3 Teaching Assistant qualification or relevant UK Bachelor Degree * Previous experience working with children or young people with SEN, particularly those with behavioural challenges * Team Teach training is highly desirable (or significant experience using positive handling strategies) * Strong behaviour management skills and a calm, consistent approach * Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to pay for a new DBS * Ability to provide references covering the last 2 years Ideal Candidate This role would be partic...