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SEMH HLTA
Location: North Bolton
Pay Rate: £95-£110 per day DOE
Start Date: September 2026
Contract: Full-time, Monday to Friday
Are you an experienced HLTA who enjoys working with young people and getting stuck in? Do you have the resilience to deal with challenging behaviour and the confidence to handle difficult situations calmly?
Cover People are recruiting an enthusiastic SEMH HLTA for a secondary alternative education provision in North Bolton. You'll provide general behaviour and pastoral support, while also leading practical activities through the school's Vocational Skills Hub.
The Role
- Provide general behaviour and pastoral support to secondary-aged pupils with SEMH needs.
- Lead engaging activities including games, food, life skills, outdoor education and sports.
- Help run the Vocational Skills Hub and encourage pupils to get involved in practical activities.
- Build positive relationships with pupils and help them develop confidence, resilience and independence.
- Support pupils who may display challenging behaviour and remain calm when situations become difficult.
- Work closely with teaching, pastoral and leadership staff to support pupils' wellbeing and progress.
- Promote positive behaviour, engagement and life skills throughout the school day.
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The Ideal Candidate:
- HLTA qualification or another similar-level qualification, or above.
- Some experience working with young people with SEMH or challenging behaviour.
- Resilient, calm and not easily phased by difficult situations.
- Confident leading activities and engaging young people in practical learning.
- A flexible, hands-on approach and good communication skills.
- Ideally a driver, as this role may involve supporting vocational and outdoor activities.
- A genuine passion for helping young people develop practical, social and life skills.
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Why Choose Cover People?
- Competitive daily pay.
- Weekly pay.
- Dedicated consultant support.
- Free CPD and training opportunities.
- Long-term and permanent opportunities.
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All applicants will require the appropriate qualifications and will be offered work subject to successfully completing Cover People's compliance checks.
All pay rates include 12.07% statutory holiday pay where applicable.
Cover People are acting as an employment business on behalf of this school. Successful applicants will be subject to safeguarding and vetting procedures, including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
Cover People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.
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