Behaviour Manager

Derbyshire County Council; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Djanogly City Academy is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Manager to support students and staff at Kensington Junior School, Ilkeston, Derbyshire. This role focuses on fostering safe, respectful routines and high expectations in a calm, student-centred environment.

Working with colleagues, you will help pupils build confidence and resilience, using restorative practices to remove barriers to learning and to ensure every learner can thrive and achieve their potential.

Job description

Closing date: 04 October 2026

Join us on an exciting journey of transformation and excellence.

At Tapestry Learning Partnership, we believe in the power of education to change lives. Formed in January 2026 through the merger of two strong trusts, QEGSMAT and Djanogly Learning Trust, we are building a future where every child succeeds and flourishes. Now, we are looking for a passionate and committed Office Manager to play a vital role in supporting this vision at Kensington Junior School in Ilkeston, Derbyshire.

About the role

A Behaviour Manager at Djanogly City Academy builds strong, supportive relationships with students and helps them develop the confidence, routines, and self-discipline needed to succeed. They provide calm, consistent guidance, reinforce the academy's high expectations, and use restorative, student-centred approaches to remove barriers to learning. Working closely with staff, they help create a safe, respectful environment where every student feels known, valued, and able to thrive.

Who we’re looking for

The ideal candidate is calm, consistent, and committed to the academy's belief that every student can succeed. They build strong, respectful relationships and uphold high expectations while using restorative, scholar-centred approaches. They stay composed in challenging moments, work collaboratively with staff, and contribute to a culture where students feel safe, supported, and ready to learn.

About Djanogly City Academy

Djanogly City Academy is a vibrant and inclusive learning community dedicated to inspiring and empowering every scholar it serves. Situated at the heart of Nottingham, the academy welcomes learners from diverse backgrounds, celebrating individuality while fostering a shared passion for curiosity, creativity, and achievement. At Djanogly, every pupil is valued and supported to grow academically and personally.

The academy's ethos is built on high expectations, mutual respect, and a commitment to excellence. Scholars are encouraged to be confident, resilient and compassionate citizens, equipped with the knowledge and skills to thrive in an ever-changing world. Through engaging teaching, enriching experiences and strong partnerships with families and the wider community, Djanogly City Academy nurtures a culture where scholars are motivated to reach their full potential and make a positive contribution to society.

Our latest Ofsted inspection report recognises our many strengths and the strong progress being made across the school. Some key highlights include:

• Djanogly City Academy is a welcoming and inclusive school that celebrates the diversity of its local
• There is a strong, caring Pupils feel safe and well supported, and the vast majority are happy in school.
• The school has high expectations for all pupils, encouraging them to achieve their best academically and
• Pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) and those who speak English as an additional language are well supported to access and succeed in the
• The curriculum is well planned and increasingly ambitious, ensuring pupils build knowledge and skills effectively over time.
• Pupils are polite, respectful and considerate towards each other and towards
• Strong, trusting relationships between staff and pupils support learning and personal
• Pupils benefit from high-quality pastoral care and know that staff are approachable and available if they have concerns.
• Leaders are mindful of staff well-being and workload, creating a supportive working
• Staff are proud to work at Djanogly City Academy and feel valued as part of the school

Why us?

• A supportive network of professionals who share your commitment to excellence
• High-quality professional development and career progression opportunities
• A caring, inclusive organisation that values staff wellbeing and work-life balance
• Access to a range of employee benefits designed to promote health and wellbeing

This is your chance to be part of something special. Help us shape the future and make a lasting impact.

Tapestry Learning Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. It is a criminal offence to engage or seek to engage in regulated activity or regulated work with children, if you appear on the DBS barred list. All appointments are subject to an Enhanced DBS check and be eligible to work in the UK.

Further information about our commitment to Safeguarding can be found at: Tapestry Learning Partnership

Please be aware, the Trust may also consider performing an online presence check as part of their pre-employment checks.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and therefore applicants are required to declare any cautions, convictions, reprimands and final warnings that are not protected (i.e. that are not filtered out) as defined by the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (as amended in 2013 and 2020).

Further details about our school can be found on our website: Djanogly City Academy