Behaviour specialist HLTA
Aspire People
Pay: £100.00-£130.00 per day (depending on experience)
Are you passionate about supporting pupils who need calm, consistent behaviour support to thrive in school? Aspire People are recruiting for a Behaviour Specialist HLTA to work in Monmouthshire from September. This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who excels at building strong relationships, supporting emotional regulation, and helping learners re‑engage with education.
The Role
As a Behaviour Specialist HLTA, you'll be a key part 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
We are seeking someone calm, resilient and proactive, with a genuine commitment to supporting young people:
Experience working with children or young people in an education or support setting
Strong behaviour management skills and the 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 and/or ALN.
Why Aspire People?
You'll be supported by a specialist education consultant and considered for additional opportunities across Wales.
Apply Now
If you're interested in this Behaviour Specialist HLTA role in Monmouthshire for September, apply today with your CV and we'll be in touch.
Contact:
Melissa Riddle - Business Manager (Secondary & FE)
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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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