Higher Level Teaching Assistant - Behaviour Support Unit

The Supply Register Ltd.; South Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Immediate start at Beckfoot Oakbank

Long-term and flexible working

Weekly PAYE payments

Free CPD and ongoing professional dev.

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Job summary

The Supply Register Beckfoot Trust Beckfoot Oakbank is seeking an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or Behaviour Support Practitioner to join the Behaviour Intervention Unit at Beckfoot Oakbank in Keighley.

You will support pupils in Years 9–11 through structured interventions, focusing on behaviour management, emotional regulation and engagement with GCSE-level learning. You will work with small groups and lead sessions independently when required.

Qualifications

• HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in behaviour support, SEMH, SEND or specialist inclusion settings.
• Confidence supporting secondary-aged pupils with additional needs.
• Strong communication, behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A patient, resilient and consistent approach, with the ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured behaviour interventions to small groups of 4–6 secondary-aged pupils.
• Support students with ADHD, autism, anxiety, SEMH and emotional regulation needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and engagement with GCSE-level learning.
• Build trusting relationships and maintain a calm, safe and structured environment.
• Lead short independent sessions and work closely with teaching and pastoral staff.

Skills

Strong communication

Behaviour management

De-escalation skills

Independent working

Education

HLTA qualification or equivalent

Experience in behaviour support / SEMH / SEND

Job description

Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) Behaviour Support Keighley

The Supply Register Beckfoot Trust Beckfoot Oakbank Immediate Start

The Supply Register is working in partnership with Beckfoot Trust to recruit an experienced Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA) or Behaviour Support Practitioner for Beckfoot Oakbank in Keighley.

This is an excellent opportunity to join the school's dedicated Behaviour Intervention Unit, supporting pupils in Years 9 11 who experience challenges in mainstream education but are continuing with their GCSE studies.

You will work with small groups of 4 6 pupils, delivering structured interventions focused on behaviour management, emotional regulation and engagement with learning. Teacher support will be available throughout most of the day, although you will be expected to lead short sessions independently when required.

The Role HLTA / Behaviour Support

• Deliver structured behaviour interventions to small groups of 4 6 secondary-aged pupils.
• Support students with ADHD, autism, anxiety, SEMH and emotional regulation needs.
• Encourage positive behaviour, confidence and engagement with GCSE-level learning.
• Build trusting relationships and maintain a calm, safe and structured environment.
• Lead short independent sessions and work closely with teaching and pastoral staff.

What We're Looking For

• HLTA qualification or equivalent relevant experience.
• Experience in behaviour support, SEMH, SEND or specialist inclusion settings.
• Confidence supporting secondary-aged pupils with additional needs.
• Strong communication, behaviour management and de-escalation skills.
• A patient, resilient and consistent approach, with the ability to work independently.

Why Work with The Supply Register?

• Immediate start at Beckfoot Oakbank, Keighley.
• Long-term and flexible working opportunities.
• Weekly PAYE payments.
• Free CPD and ongoing professional development.
• Dedicated recruitment consultant support throughout your placement.