Behaviour Specialist HLTA – Newport (September Start)
Pay: £100.00‑£130.00 per day (depending on experience).
We’re looking for a Behaviour Specialist HLTA to support pupils who need strong, consistent behaviour guidance at our school in Newport. The role begins in September. Applicants should excel at building relationships, promoting emotional regulation and helping learners re‑engage successfully with education.
The Role
As a Behaviour Specialist HLTA, you’ll be a key member of the school’s support framework, working closely with teachers, pastoral teams and ALN/SEN staff to promote positive behaviour and maintain a calm, structured learning environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Targeted behaviour support: Deliver 1:1 and small‑group interventions to improve engagement, emotional regulation and readiness to learn.
- Positive behaviour & de‑escalation: Apply consistent strategies to minimise disruption and support pupils back into the classroom.
- HLTA responsibilities: Lead learning activities, deliver planned sessions and provide high‑quality cover where required.
- Pastoral support: Assist pupils with routines, transitions and reintegration following behavioural incidents.
- Collaborative working: Support individual behaviour plans alongside teaching staff, pastoral teams and ALN/SEN colleagues.
- Safeguarding: Record and report concerns in line with school safeguarding procedures.
The Ideal Candidate
- Experience working with children or young people in an education or support setting.
- Strong behaviour management skills and ability to build rapport quickly.
- Confidence leading learning and interventions at HLTA level.
- Excellent communication skills and a team‑focused approach.
Desirable (but not essential)
- Experience supporting learners with SEMH, EBD, mental health needs, challenging behaviour, anxiety or ALN.
Benefits
You’ll be supported by a specialist education consultant and considered for additional opportunities across Wales.
How to Apply
Apply today with your CV and we’ll be in touch.
Contact
Melissa Riddle – Business Manager (Secondary & FE)07942 909632 | 02922 942 236
Legal Disclaimers
Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.
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