Behaviour Analyst

Abbey School; Chester; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Chester is looking for a skilled Behaviour Analyst to support children and young adults effectively. You will work within a trans-disciplinary team, conducting assessments and developing Positive Behaviour Support plans. The ideal candidate will be passionate about making a difference and is welcome to apply if currently pursuing certification. This full-time position offers a competitive salary and a suite of staff benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Pension scheme

Comprehensive training programme

24/7 online GP access

Wellbeing benefits

Qualifications

• Certification preferred, applications welcome from candidates working towards it.
• Full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching, learning, and behaviour in all school life areas.
• Conduct functional assessments and develop Positive Behaviour Support plans.
• Use evidence-based practices for personalized learning support.
• Collaborate with parents, colleagues, and professionals for outcomes.

Job description

Overview

Are you a skilled Behaviour Analyst who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of children and young adults? Join our growing team of experienced Behaviour Analysts and play a vital role in ensuring our pupils receive the best PBS support. This support is crucial to enable them to learn and thrive in school and ensure they have the skills to have the best possible opportunities in adulthood.

Responsibilities

• Work as part of a trans-disciplinary team to support the delivery of effective and appropriate teaching, learning and behaviour support in all areas of school life, underpinned by an evidence-based behavioural model of practice.
• Conduct functional assessments and develop comprehensive function-based Positive Behaviour Support plans and interventions to reduce behaviour that challenges, monitoring effectiveness through robust data collection and analysis.
• Use evidence-informed practices to develop personalised learning support.
• Conduct a range of assessments including assessment for learning, assessment of learning, admissions assessments, behavioural assessments and assessments of maintenance and generalisation.
• Prepare for and contribute to Person Centred Reviews.
• Collaborate with parents, colleagues and other professionals to achieve the best outcomes for children and young people.
• Play an active role in the school’s approach to Positive Handling, with potential to become a Team-Teach Trainer (training provided). Provide training, support and advice to staff to ensure any use of restrictive intervention is lawful, ethical, and embedded within proactive plans to reduce restriction.

Requirements

• Certification is preferred, but applications from candidates actively working towards it are welcome.
• Full-time position.

Application Details

• Closing date for applications: 9am Wednesday 1st October 2025
• Interview date: Monday 6th October 2025
• Start date: Monday 3rd November 2025

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Suite of staff benefits including pension scheme
• Technology appropriate for your job
• Comprehensive staff training programme
• Access to WeCare (24/7 online GP, mental health support, get fit programme, and more)
• Access to MediCash program for wellbeing benefits
• The opportunity to shape and improve the life chances of pupils with a disability and extend the quality of life for families

For further information please visit: https://abbeyschool.com/recruitment/