Behaviour Specialist & ALN TA - Secondary SEMH Support

Aspire People; Church Village; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday pay

CPD e-learning with certification

Dedicated education consultant

Referral bonus

Job summary

Aspire People is seeking a calm, patient Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to support a secondary behaviour unit in Rhondda Cynon Taf. You will work with pupils displaying challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, and barriers to learning, providing both academic and pastoral support.

This long-term, full-time role offers hourly pay of 16.11–18.11, a supportive education consultant, and access to CPD e-learning.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with challenging or complex behaviour
• Strong behaviour management and de-escalation skills
• Confidence working with secondary-aged pupils
• Calm, resilient and consistent approach
• Ability to establish clear boundaries while maintaining positive relationships
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Genuine passion for helping young people overcome barriers to education
• EWC registration or willingness to obtain it

Responsibilities

• Providing 1:1 and small-group support within the behaviour unit
• Building positive, trusted relationships with pupils who can be difficult to engage
• Using effective behaviour management, de-escalation and emotional regulation strategies
• Supporting pupils to manage their behaviour and make positive choices
• Helping learners re-engage with their education and classroom expectations
• Supporting academic work and adapting your approach to individual needs
• Following individual behaviour plans and school policies consistently
• Working closely with teaching, pastoral and ALN staff
• Helping to create a calm, structured and positive environment

Skills

Behaviour management

De-escalation

Communication

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

EWC registration

Job description

Aspire People is seeking a calm, patient Behaviour Specialist Teaching Assistant to support a secondary behaviour unit in Rhondda Cynon Taf. You will work with pupils displaying challenging behaviour, SEMH needs, and barriers to learning, providing both academic and pastoral support.

This long-term, full-time role offers hourly pay of 16.11–18.11, a supportive education consultant, and access to CPD e-learning.