Are you a calm, resilient and confident individual who can build positive relationships with young people who require additional support?Hays Education is working with a specialist setting in Walsall to recruit a dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistant to support a Post-16 student on a full-time basis.This role requires someone who can remain professional, patient and consistent when faced with challenging behaviours. The student can become verbally confrontational, struggles with social interactions, and may challenge adults, peers and boundaries throughout the school day. The successful candidate will need to be confident in managing difficult situations whilst maintaining a positive and supportive approach.
The Role
Providing dedicated 1:1 support to a Post-16 learner
Supporting engagement within education and daily activities
Managing and de-escalating challenging behaviours
Building a trusting and professional working relationship
Encouraging positive communication and social interactions
Working closely with teaching staff and wider professionals
Promoting independence and preparing the young person for adulthoodThe Ideal Candidate
Experience supporting young people with SEMH, SEND or behavioural needs
Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
Calm, resilient and emotionally intelligent approach
Ability to maintain professional boundaries and consistency
Experience within education, care, youth work, residential care or alternative provision would be advantageous
Able to commit to a full-time role and provide consistency for the studentEssential Requirements
Enhanced Child Workforce DBS
Enhanced Adult Workforce DBS
Previous experience supporting young people with additional needs or behaviours that challenge
Right to work in the UK
Availability to work full-time, Monday to FridayWhy Apply?
This is an opportunity to make a genuine difference to a young person's future. The setting is looking for someone who understands that relationship-building takes time, can stay calm during challenging moments, and is committed to helping a young person develop the skills needed for adulthood and independence.
Interested?Apply today with your CV or contact Claire Cochrane at Hays Education to find out more about this rewarding role in Walsall.
Keywords: Teaching Assistant, 1:1 Teaching Assistant, Behaviour Support Worker, Learning Mentor, SEMH Teaching Assistant, SEND Teaching Assistant, Post-16 Support, Walsall Jobs, Education Jobs, Specialist Education.
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Salary description
£100.00 - £200.00 per day