Behaviour & Learning Practitioner

Long Term Futures Ltd; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 23,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive daily pay

Consultant support

Free CPD & training

Clear pathways to permanent roles

Job summary

Long Term Futures are partnering with a Derby-based academy to appoint a dedicated Behaviour & Learning Practitioner. The role is full-time term-time only, temporary with potential for permanent, starting 04/09/2026. You will support pupils aged 11-16 with SEMH and additional learning needs across KS3 and KS4. You will deliver tailored 1:1 and small-group support, collaborate with staff, monitor progress, and help build resilience.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, SEND, or within an Alternative Provision, PRU, or specialist education setting.
• Calm, patient and resilient with excellent behaviour management.
• Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or willingness to obtain one.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH and behavioural needs across KS3 and KS4.
• Support pupils in and out of the classroom, promoting engagement and positive behaviour.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and pastoral teams to deliver personalised support and intervention strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships to help pupils develop confidence, resilience and independence.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to a safe, structured learning environment.

Skills

SEMH support

Behaviour management

Team player

Communication skills

Job description

Behaviour & Learning Practitioner
Location Derby (DE24)
Pay Scale 110- 125 Per Day
Full Time Term Time Only
Contract Temp to Perm
Start Date 04/09/2026

The Opportunity:

Long Term Futures are working in partnership with a specialist Alternative Provision Academy in Derby (DE24) to appoint a dedicated Behaviour & Learning Practitioner. The academy supports pupils aged 11-16 who have been referred from mainstream schools or the Local Authority due to behavioural, social, emotional, or additional learning needs. This is a highly rewarding opportunity to work within a nurturing and inclusive environment, supporting young people to overcome barriers to education, develop positive relationships, and achieve successful outcomes both inside and outside the classroom.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide tailored one-to-one and small group support for pupils with SEMH, behavioural, and additional learning needs across KS3 and KS4.
• Support pupils both in and out of the classroom, promoting engagement, emotional regulation, and positive behaviour.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and pastoral teams to deliver personalised support and intervention strategies.
• Build positive, trusting relationships that help pupils develop confidence, resilience, and independence.
• Monitor pupil progress and contribute to creating a safe, structured, and supportive learning environment.

About You:

• Experience supporting young people with SEMH, behavioural needs, SEND, or within an Alternative Provision, PRU, or specialist education setting.
• Calm, patient, and resilient, with excellent behaviour management and relationship-building skills.
• Confident supporting pupils both academically and pastorally to help them overcome barriers to learning.
• A proactive team player with excellent communication skills and a genuine passion for improving outcomes for vulnerable young people.
• An Enhanced DBS on the Update Service, or willingness to obtain one, is essential.

Why Long Term Futures

• Competitive daily rates of pay.
• Dedicated consultant support throughout your placement.
• Access to free CPD and ongoing professional development.
• Long-term opportunities with clear routes into permanent employment.
• Opportunities across Derbyshire and the surrounding areas.
• Supportive leadership team with a strong focus on staff wellbeing and career development.
• Opportunity to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people every day.

Informal meetings are being arranged immediately.

Long Term Futures is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All applicants will be subject to safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.