SEN Teaching Assistant - High Needs Support (Year 7/8)Location: Blackburn, LancashireSalary: £110.88 - £120.07 per dayContract: Full-Time, Long-Term (Immediate Start)Category: Education / SEND SupportThe OpportunityAre you a resilient and proactive Teaching Assistant looking for a stable, long-term role in Blackburn? We are currently recruiting for a unique position within a specialist high-needs provision. You will be the dedicated support for a consistent, small group of just 8 pupils across Year 7 and 8.Because this group is taught by one lead teacher in a self-contained setting, you will provide the essential continuity these students need. This is a chance to build genuine, transformative relationships with learners who require a firm yet empathetic approach.Key ResponsibilitiesProvide full-time classroom support to a high-needs group of 8 pupils.Utilise your initiative to identify and de-escalate potential behavioural triggers before they escalate.Work closely with the class teacher to deliver a consistent, safe, and engaging learning environment.Apply behaviour management strategies tailored to students with complex SEMH and behavioural needs.What We Are Looking ForProven Experience: You must have a background in supporting challenging behaviour, ideally within an Alternative Provision (AP) or SEND setting.Proactive Mindset: We need someone who can work independently and use their initiative to manage classroom dynamics.De-escalation Skills:Team Teach or similar positi