Tradewind Recruitment is seeking an experienced and dedicated Male Teaching Assistant to join a supportive and well-resourced school in South Liverpool. This is an exciting opportunity for a compassionate professional to make a genuine difference in the lives of young people with complex needs.
You will be working within a specialist SEN environment supporting pupils with Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), and Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs. A male Learning Support Assistant is specifically sought to meet the pastoral and safeguarding needs of the student.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide 1:1 and small group support to pupils with Autism, ADHD, and SEMH needs
- Implement and follow individual Education, Health and Care (EHC) plans and personalised support strategies
- Deploy proactive and de-escalation-based behaviour management techniques to manage and reduce challenging behaviour
- Act as a positive, stable, and consistent male role model for students
- Work collaboratively with class teachers, SENCOs, and the wider pastoral team
- Build trusting, professional relationships with pupils in order to promote engagement and wellbeing
- Support pupils with social communication and emotional regulation
- Maintain accurate records of pupil progress, incidents, and interventions
- Contribute to a safe, inclusive, and nurturing learning environment
- Assist with personal care and physical support where required and appropriate
Essential Requirements:
- Previous experience working with young people with Autism (ASD/ASC)
- Experience supporting pupils with ADHD in an educational or care setting
- Demonstrable understanding of SEMH needs and trauma-informed approaches
- Strong, proven behaviour management skills with the ability to de-escalate challenging situations calmly and effectively
- Experience managing challenging or complex behaviours with patience and professionalism
- Ability to maintain professional boundaries while building positive rapport with students
- Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people
Desirable criteria:
- Relevant qualifications such as a Level 2/3 Teaching Assistant qualification, CACHE, or equivalent
- Team Teach, MAPA, or equivalent positive handling / physical intervention training
- Knowledge of PECS, Makaton, or other communication frameworks
- Experience within a specialist SEN school, SEMH provision, or PRU (Pupil Referral Unit)
- First Aid qualification
Why Tradewind:
- Competitive weekly pay rates - we always pay to scale
- Dedicated consultant who specialises in education recruitment
- Access to free CPD training and professional development courses
- Refer-a-friend scheme with generous bonuses
- Supportive onboarding and ongoing guidance throughout your placement
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