Teaching Assistant with responsibility for EBSA

About the Role We are seeking a dedicated, proactive and compassionate EBSA Intervention Lead to join the Learning Support Team at Noel Baker Academy. Working under the direction of the SENCO, you will support pupils’ participation, progress, attendance and engagement across the curriculum, with a particular focus on students experiencing Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA). You will play a key role in identifying barriers to school attendance and engagement, delivering targeted individual and small group interventions, providing in-class and pastoral support, and contributing to reintegration planning. This will include supporting pupils who may be experiencing anxiety, distress, reduced attendance or difficulty accessing learning, helping them to build confidence, emotional resilience and independence over time. The role will involve working closely with teaching staff, pastoral colleagues, parents/carers, external agencies and the wider student support team to ensure effective support is in place for identified pupils. You will also maintain accurate records relating to attendance patterns, interventions, pupil progress and support needs. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who is passionate about inclusive education, committed to safeguarding, and motivated by making a positive difference to the attendance, confidence, wellbeing and achievement of young people. What We Are Looking For We are looking for an experienced, caring and skilled individual who understands the impact that emotional wellbeing, SEND and attendance barriers can have on a young person’s ability to access school and learning. The ideal candidate will be confident in building positive relationships with pupils and families, delivering focused interventions, and supporting pupils to re-engage with education in a planned and supportive way. The ideal candidate will: Have GCSE pass level, or equivalent qualifications, in English/literacy and maths/numeracy, or significant demonst