Tradewind Recruitment
Teaching Assistant (1:1 & Exclusion Unit Support)
Location: Outskirts of Preston
Company: Tradewind Recruitment
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: Long-term (with a view until December 2026)
Salary: £92.56 – £110.89 per day
About the Role
Are you a passionate, resilient, and adaptable educator looking for a rewarding role in the Preston area? Tradewind Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Teaching Assistant to join a vibrant, mainstream secondary school located on the outskirts of Preston.
This is a unique, dual-responsibility role perfect for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and wants to make a tangible difference in young people's lives.
Key Responsibilities:
- 1:1 Classroom Support: Work closely with specific students within mainstream classes to break down learning barriers, boost confidence, and keep them engaged with the curriculum.
- Exclusion Unit Support: Provide crucial behavioural and pastoral support within the school's internal exclusion/reintegration unit. You will help students reflect on their choices, manage their behaviour, and stay on track with their studies in a structured environment.
- Collaboration: Work alongside class teachers, the SENCo, and behaviour management teams to implement tailored support plans.
What We Are Looking For:
- Prior experience working with secondary-aged children (experience with SEMH, ADHD, or challenging behaviour is highly desirable).
- A calm, firm, but empathetic approach to behaviour management.
- The ability to build strong, trusting relationships with students who may find mainstream education challenging.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
- Enhanced DBS check on the Update Service (or willingness to apply for a new one).
Why Register with Tradewind?
- We attract top rates of pay because we value our staff.
- We care about your training and development more than any other agency-which is why we can offer you more certified CPD courses than any other education recruitment agency.
- Great referral scheme – recommend a friend and earn a brilliant bonus!
- A straightforward, online registration process and a dedicated consultant to support you throughout your placement.
How to Apply
If you are ready to take on this fulfilling role and support students who need it most, we want to hear from you today!
Click 'Apply Now' to submit your CV today, or contact Christina Grindy onor email
To apply for this job please visit www.reed.co.uk.
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