Behaviour Support Specialist - Prepare Learning

You will play a key role in our ‘Prepare for Learning’ unit, ensuring it is a safe, purposeful, and structured environment where pupils can reflect, reset, and re-engage with education.

At Kings Priory, we foster a strong culture where knowledge matters, and where every member of staff models our core values of Respect, Responsibility and Hard Work.

As a Behaviour Support Worker, you will:

• Manage behaviour and engagement of pupils within the ‘Prepare for Learning’ unit, many of whom may be disengaged from learning
• Create a calm, structured environment that supports reflection and progress
• Coordinate and oversee work set by subject staff, liaising with departments and Heads of Year
• Ensure pupils complete reflection activities and remain on task
• Monitor, record and evaluate pupil progress through success ratings and daily records
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records using systems such as Class Charts and CPOMS (full training will be given)
• Develop positive relationships with pupils to build confidence, self-esteem and motivation
• Support pupils in developing independent learning, organisational and study skills
• Work collaboratively with pastoral teams, teaching staff and SEND colleagues to meet individual pupil needs
• Contribute to behaviour plans and provide feedback to parents/carers where appropriate
• Ensure safeguarding, attendance and administrative processes are followed

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with young people in any setting (essential)
• Demonstrates strong judgement, clear decision-making, and emotional resilience
• Is warm, approachable, and understanding, while also being firm and consistent
• Can identify underlying factors influencing behaviour and respond appropriately
• Is organised, proactive, and able to manage a varied workload
• Has excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Is committed to supporting all pupils to succeed, including those with SEND

School-based experience is not essential - full support and training will be provided.