Higher Level Teaching Assistant (HLTA)
TA / HLTA Behaviour Specialist Support
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Type: Part-Time | Fixed Term
Hours: 30 hours per week | Term Time Only
Pay Rate: £85 – £110 per day, dependent on experience and qualifications
About the Role
Supply Desk is working with a welcoming primary school in Portsmouth that is looking for a Teaching Assistant / Higher Level Teaching Assistant with strong behaviour and SEMH experience to provide dedicated support to a pupil with behavioural and emotional needs.
This is a rewarding opportunity for someone who is calm, patient and consistent, and who can build a positive relationship with a pupil while helping them access learning, develop emotional regulation and become more independent.
The role will involve working closely with the class teacher, SENDCo, parents/carers and other professionals to provide consistent and personalised support.
Key Responsibilities
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Provide dedicated 1:1 support for a pupil with behavioural and emotional needs
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Build a trusting, positive and professional relationship
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Support emotional regulation, resilience and positive behaviour
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Help the pupil access the curriculum and participate fully in school life
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Deliver targeted academic, social and emotional interventions
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Adapt activities and resources to meet individual needs
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Support learning within the classroom and lead small-group activities
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Implement behaviour support plans and risk assessments
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Use positive and restorative approaches to support behaviour
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Monitor and record progress against individual targets
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Work closely with teachers, SENDCo, parents and external professionals
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Where appropriate, deliver pre-planned lessons in line with HLTA responsibilities
The Ideal Candidate
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Previous experience supporting children with behavioural, SEMH or emotional needs
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A calm, patient and nurturing approach
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Strong behaviour management and relationship-building skills
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Able to remain consistent and professional in challenging situations
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Experience delivering interventions or supporting individual learning plans
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TA or HLTA qualifications/experience would be advantageous
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Confident working as part of a wider SEND and pastoral team
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Passionate about helping children develop confidence, independence and resilience
What We Offer
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Competitive daily pay
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Part-time, term-time working
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A rewarding role supporting a pupil on an individual basis
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Potential for the placement to be extended
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Support from a dedicated Supply Desk consultant
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Access to ongoing training and professional development opportunities
How to Apply
If you have the experience, patience and passion to make a real difference to a child’s school experience, we’d love to hear from you.
Email: hampshire@supplydesk.co.uk
Phone: 02380 230340
Job Types: Part-time, Fixed-term, Long-term
Work Location: In person
We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be subject to enhanced DBS checks and safer recruitment procedures.
Supply Desk is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. An enhanced DBS, including a children’s barred list check and, where applicable, a vulnerable adults barred list check, is required for all successful candidates.
To be considered for the role and the rates advertised, you must meet the minimum experience, training or qualifications stated and have the legal right to work in the UK. To be considered for a higher rate, in addition to meeting the minimum criteria, you must be able to demonstrate additional experience, training, and if applicable, qualifications. This role complies with AWR (2010) regulations protecting agency workers’ rights. Please note that this job expires after 90 days-you can, however, still apply to be considered for similar roles.