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Do you thrive on building strong relationships and being a consistent, trusted adult for a young person who needs extra support?
New Directions Education<\/strong> is recruiting compassionate, patient, and dedicated 1:1 Teaching Assistants<\/strong> to support learners with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs<\/strong> across a range of settings in Wakefield<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This is a highly rewarding role where you\u2019ll provide individualised 1:1 support<\/strong>, helping pupils feel safe, understood, and able to engage with their learning and school life more positively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019d love to hear from you if you:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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  • Have a good understanding of trauma\u2011informed practice<\/strong> and therapeutic behaviour support<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Are Team\u2011Teach trained<\/strong> or experienced using positive behaviour management strategies<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Are calm, empathetic, and resilient, even in challenging situations<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Feel confident supporting emotional regulation and behaviour<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • Are passionate about inclusion and making a genuine difference<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    About the role:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

    You will work 1:1 with a pupil<\/strong> who experiences SEMH challenges, supporting them throughout the school day. This may include time in the classroom, during transitions, unstructured periods, and targeted interventions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    You\u2019ll work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and SEN professionals to ensure consistent, supportive strategies are in place to help the pupil succeed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

    Your responsibilities will include:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Providing dedicated 1:1 support<\/strong> tailored to the pupil\u2019s individual needs<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Supporting emotional regulation and behaviour using positive, trauma\u2011informed approaches<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Encouraging engagement with learning and supporting access to the curriculum<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Helping create and maintain a calm, structured, and supportive environment<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Building a trusting, positive relationship with the pupil<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Supporting confidence, self\u2011esteem, and positive behaviour choices<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Working collaboratively with teachers, SENCOs, and external professionals<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Monitoring progress and contributing to reviews and support plans<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      Why this role is so rewarding:<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • Make a real difference in one young person\u2019s daily school experience<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Be a key part of a learner\u2019s emotional and educational journey<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Gain valuable experience in SEMH and inclusive education<\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Work within supportive schools and specialist teams across Wakefield<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        If you are reliable, caring, and committed to supporting learners with SEMH needs on a 1:1 basis<\/strong>, we would love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

        Apply today<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

        All roles are subject to satisfactory references and an Enhanced DBS check<\/strong>.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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