Alternative Provision HLTA Bradford

Justteachers Ltd; Bradford; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Justteachers are seeking a compassionate HLTA to join an Alternative Provision team within a mainstream secondary school in Bradford. This is a full-time role starting in September until Christmas with potential for a permanent position for the right candidate.

The role focuses on supporting students with various needs, delivering 1:1 and small group interventions, and helping create an inclusive, safe learning environment that promotes confidence and progress.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent.
• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational or pastoral setting.
• Calm, patient and empathetic approach.
• Strong behaviour management and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations.
• A commitment to inclusion and a belief that every young person deserves the chance to thrive.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Flexibility, creativity and a willingness to adapt to meet individual needs.
• Two school or youth based references.

Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support to students with a range of social, emotional, behavioural or learning needs
• Working 1:1 and in small groups to deliver targeted interventions
• Supporting teaching staff to create an inclusive, safe and structured learning environment
• Helping students develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive learning habits
• Building strong, trusting relationships with students, families and external agencies
• Contributing to behaviour support plans and personalised learning programmes
• Encouraging students to take pride in their progress and celebrate their achievements

Skills

Strong behaviour management

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Adaptability

Emotional regulation support

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Job description

About the role

Justteachers are seeking a compassionate, resilient and proactive HLTA to join an Alternative Provision team within a mainstream secondary school in Bradford. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful difference to young people who benefit from a more personalised, flexible and nurturing approach to learning.

This is a full-time role to start in September until Christmas as a minimum with the opportunity for a permanent role for the right person.

The Alternative Provision supports students who may face barriers to engagement in the traditional classroom. You'll play a key role in helping them re-engage with education, build confidence, develop positive relationships and achieve their potential.

Key Responsibilities

• Providing tailored support to students with a range of social, emotional, behavioural or learning needs


• Working 1:1 and in small groups to deliver targeted interventions


• Supporting teaching staff to create an inclusive, safe and structured learning environment


• Helping students develop emotional regulation, resilience and positive learning habits


• Building strong, trusting relationships with students, families and external agencies


• Contributing to behaviour support plans and personalised learning programmes


• Encouraging students to take pride in their progress and celebrate their achievements

Pre-requisites

• HLTA qualification or equivalent


• Experience working with young people, ideally in an educational or pastoral setting


• A calm, patient and empathetic approach


• Strong behaviour management skills and the ability to de-escalate challenging situations


• A commitment to inclusion and a belief that every young person deserves the chance to thrive


• Excellent communication and teamwork skills


• Flexibility, creativity and a willingness to adapt to meet individual needs


• Two school or youth based references