Behaviour Manager | Catholic Secondary School In Manchester

Marchant Recruitment; Manchester; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Job summary

Marchant Recruitment is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Manager for a Catholic secondary school in Manchester. The role is full-time and permanent, starting October 2026, within a supportive pastoral team dedicated to promoting positive behaviour and student wellbeing.

You will lead behaviour interventions, collaborate with safeguarding and SEND teams, and maintain accurate records while engaging with parents and external agencies to ensure students reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Behaviour Manager or related pastoral role in a secondary school.
• Ability to build positive relationships with students, staff and families.
• Experience with safeguarding and SEND teams.
• Strong communication and conflict resolution skills.
• Willingness to engage in CPD and training.

Responsibilities

• Lead behaviour interventions for students needing additional support.
• Work with Heads of Year, safeguarding and SEND teams.
• Support restorative practice and reintegration meetings.
• Monitor behaviour, attendance and punctuality.
• Liaise with parents, carers and external agencies.
• Maintain accurate behaviour records and reports.

Skills

Behaviour management

Pastoral support

Communication

Restorative practice

Education

Experience in secondary school environment

Tools

Behaviour monitoring systems

Job description

A welcoming Catholic secondary school in Manchester is looking to appoint a Behaviour Manager on a full-time, permanent basis from October 2026.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a school with a strong reputation for pastoral care, where you'll work closely with students, staff, and families to promote positive behaviour, improve engagement, and help every young person reach their full potential.

The Role

Working as part of an experienced pastoral team, you'll support students across Key Stages 3 and 4 while helping to maintain the school's calm and purposeful learning environment.

Key responsibilities include:

Leading behaviour interventions for students requiring additional support

Working alongside Heads of Year, safeguarding, and SEND teams

Supporting restorative practice and reintegration meetings

Monitoring behaviour, attendance, and punctuality

Liaising with parents, carers, and external agencies

Maintaining accurate behaviour records and reports

About the School

This 11–16 Catholic secondary school is recognised for its inclusive community, strong values, and commitment to student wellbeing. Staff work collaboratively to provide excellent pastoral support while maintaining high expectations for behaviour and achievement.

The Successful Candidate

Applications are welcomed from experienced Behaviour Managers, Behaviour Mentors, Pastoral Managers, Inclusion Officers, Student Support Officers, or professionals with relevant secondary school experience.

You'll be a confident communicator who can build positive relationships, manage challenging situations effectively, and encourage students to make lasting improvements.

As part of the school's safer recruitment procedures, references from your current (or most recent) employer and a previous employer will be required before an interview can be arranged.

Salary & Benefits

Permanent, full-time position

October 2026 start

Ongoing CPD and training

Free on-site parking