Behaviour Support Officer

Behaviour Support Officer – Full-time, temporary to permanent from June 2026

The inspection report highlights a calm and supportive school environment where pupils feel safe, respected, and well supported. Staff work collaboratively to promote positive behaviour, strong relationships, and personal development. Leadership provides clear direction and maintains high expectations, with effective systems in place to support behaviour, well-being, and safeguarding across the school.

This Behaviour Support Officer role offers a full-time, temporary to permanent opportunity within a structured and supportive school setting from June 2026. The Behaviour Support Officer will play a key role in promoting positive behaviour, supporting pupils with social and emotional needs, and contributing to a calm and inclusive learning environment. This role is ideal for someone experienced in behaviour support who is looking for a long‑term opportunity with progression to a permanent position.

• Support pupils with behaviour, emotional regulation, and engagement in learning
• Work with pupils on a one‑to‑one or small group basis to promote positive behaviour
• Implement behaviour support strategies in line with school policies
• Support pupils during lessons, transitions, and unstructured times
• De‑escalate challenging situations using calm, consistent approaches
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and senior leaders
• Monitor behaviour incidents and contribute to behaviour tracking and reporting
• Build positive, professional relationships with pupils and staff
• Support the implementation of individual behaviour plans where required
• Uphold safeguarding, welfare, and health and safety responsibilities at all times

• Experience working in a behaviour support, pastoral, or inclusion role
• Strong understanding of behaviour management and de‑escalation strategies
• Calm, resilient, and consistent approach
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Ability to work effectively as part of a wider support team
• Organised and able to maintain accurate records
• Willingness to start on a temporary basis with the opportunity to become permanent
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people