SEMH/Challenging Behaviour Specialist

Challenging Behaviour Specialist Cover SupervisorLocation: CardiffStart Date: September 2026Pay Rate: £120 - £140 per day (depending on experience)Aspire People are working in partnership with secondary schools in Blaenau Gwent to recruit a Challenging Behaviour Specialist Cover Supervisor for a September start. This is a rewarding opportunity for an experienced cover supervisor or behaviour specialist who thrives in a fast-paced, high-need school environment.The Role:Supervising whole classes in the absence of the classroom teacherManaging and supporting pupils with challenging behaviour, including SEMH needsImplementing effective behaviour management strategies in line with school policiesMaintaining a calm, safe, and productive learning environmentWorking closely with senior leaders and pastoral teamsThe Ideal Candidate:Proven experience working with challenging behaviour in a secondary school or similar settingConfident classroom presence with strong behaviour management skillsExperience supporting pupils with SEMH / additional needsResilient, calm, and consistent approachAble to build positive relationships with students and staffEnhanced DBS on the Update Service (or willing to apply)Why Aspire People?Competitive daily rates (£120-£140)Ongoing support from a dedicated education consultantOpportunities in well-supported Cardiff schoolsLong-term and potential permanent opportunitiesIf you are a specialist cover supervisor with a passion for supporting pupils who present challenging behaviour, we would love to hear from you.Apply today to secure a September role in Blaenau Gwent.Aspire People Limited provides services as an Education Agency and an Education Employment Business. Aspire People is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and expects every candidate to share this commitment. Placements are subject, to appropriate Child Protection screening, including checks with former employers and the Disclosure and Barring Checks.