Job Description
We are recruiting a dedicated, resilient 1:1 Behaviour Support Mentor / Teaching Assistant to join an established Alternative Provision in Blackpool. You will be working on a direct 1:1 basis with a secondary-aged pupil presenting with complex Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs and associated challenging behaviours.Traditional classroom experience is not required. We are actively seeking individuals with strong life experience, calm authority, and natural mentoring ability who can build trust, establish boundaries, and help a disengaged learner re-access education.This role is ideal for candidates from backgrounds such as:Ex-Military / Armed Forces: Bringing structure, disciplined calm, reliability, and natural presence.Youth Work / Community Outreach: Skilled in conflict resolution, de-escalation, and connecting with teenagers who feel let down by the system.Children''s Residential Care: Experienced with trauma-informed care, high safeguarding standards, and remaining composed during crisis points.Sports Coaching / Behaviour Mentoring: Able to use practical engagement and routine to redirect frustration into positive focus.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide consistent 1:1 emotional, behavioural, and pastoral support throughout the school day.Build a rapport based on mutual respect, consistency, and clear daily expectations.Implement proactive de-escalation strategies to manage deregulated behaviour safely.Support the pupil in vocational sessions, practical ..... full job details .....