Behaviour Support Practitioner

Weeks per year School term-time, Trust Training Days and INSET days

Start date ASAP (subject to pre-start checks)

Contract term Permanent

Working hours 37 hours per week

Grade 7

Salary range (per annum) Support staff salary points 8 - 14
£26,824 to £29,540 (FTE)
£23,074 to £25,410 (pro rata)
With a pay award pending

Location Twynham School

Reports to Assistant Headteacher

We are looking to appoint a dedicated and proactive Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner to join our passionate and supportive team at Twynham School. This permanent, term-time role is vital to maintaining our school’s calm, purposeful, and respectful learning environment. You won’t be working in isolation, you’ll be part of a committed team that shares a belief in the power of positive relationships, high expectations, and restorative practice to support student growth.

At Twynham School, behaviour is good, and our culture is built on mutual respect and high standards. We are looking for someone who genuinely wants to work with young people — someone who can help them reflect on their choices, take responsibility for their actions, and re-engage positively with their learning. Reporting to the Assistant Headteacher, you will play a role in supporting the Learn and Behave room, working closely with staff and students to promote inclusivity, personal development, and a strong sense of belonging.

• Support the day-to-day running of the Learn and Behave room, ensuring it is a focused and effective learning space.
• Assist with the ‘on-call’ and centralised detention systems, including supervision and communication.
• Monitor and respond to student behaviour incidents, including truancy and safeguarding concerns.
• Track and analyse behaviour data to inform strategic decisions and reduce suspensions.
• Promote consistent behaviour management practices across the school.
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.

• The opportunity to work in a forward-thinking and exciting organisation with wonderful young people and exceptional colleagues.
• Automatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
• Access to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brands
• A welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast

• Have a minimum of 5 A*-C GCSE qualifications (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics.
• Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Are proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Have the ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time effectively.
• Are friendly and approachable with a professional attitude.
• Are committed to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.

• Aim high
• Keep improving
• Don’t leave anyone behind
• See the bigger picture

Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation.

Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions.

It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.

To discuss the post or your application, please contact re