Behaviour Support Coordinator

TSAT; Paignton; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

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Job summary

Paignton Academy in Paignton is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Support Coordinator to oversee our Reflection Area Provision, supporting students referred through the C System to reflect on behaviour, re-engage with learning, and develop strategies for future success.

You will conduct restorative conversations and targeted interventions, working closely with students, staff and families to promote positive behaviour and a calm, inclusive learning environment.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people, ideally in educational, pastoral, or behaviour support settings.
• Ability to build positive, professional relationships with students, staff and parents/carers.
• Calm, resilient, and able to stay professional when managing challenging behaviour.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to facilitate restorative conversations.
• Commitment to promoting positive behaviour and supporting students to overcome barriers to learning.
• Ability to motivate students to make positive choices and achieve their potential.
• Strong organisational skills; able to manage competing priorities and keep accurate records.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a wider pastoral team.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Reflection Area Provision, supporting students referred through the C System to reflect on behaviour and re-engage with learning.
• Conduct restorative conversations and targeted interventions in collaboration with staff and families.
• Promote a calm, inclusive learning environment and positive behaviour across the school.

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About The Role

Are you looking for a role supporting our student?

Paignton Academy are seeking to appoint a dedicated and proactive Behaviour Support Coordinator to oversee our Reflection Area Provision. The successful candidate will support students referred through the C System, helping them reflect on their behaviour, re-engage positively with learning, and develop strategies for future success. The role will also involve conducting restorative conversations and targeted interventions, working closely with students, staff, and families to promote positive behaviour and foster a calm, inclusive learning environment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience working with young people, ideally within an educational, pastoral, or behaviour support setting.
• Can build positive and professional relationships with students, staff, and parents/carers.
• Is calm, resilient, and able to remain professional when managing challenging behaviour.
• Has excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to facilitate effective restorative conversations.
• Is committed to promoting positive behaviour and supporting students to overcome barriers to learning.
• Can motivate and encourage students to make positive choices and achieve their full potential.
• Is well organised, able to manage competing priorities, and maintain accurate records.
• Works effectively both independently and as part of a wider pastoral team.

We would love to hear from you if you are passionate about supporting our students.

Working hours are Monday to Friday 8.30am – 3.30pm (6 hours and 36 minutes per day with a 24-minute unpaid break)

About Us

At Paignton Academy, we focus on developing well-rounded students who excel academically and grow socially, emotionally, and morally. We inspire our students to be kind, resilient, and responsible, preparing them to face challenges and contribute positively to society.

Paignton Academy is on a significant improvement journey which was recognised in its most recent Ofsted report (December 2024):

The school has redesigned its curriculum to be broad and ambitious. The knowledge pupils will learn is organised in a logical order. The impact of these improvements is evident in key stage 3, where pupils demonstrate they know and remember more of what they have been taught.

Since the previous inspection, the quality of provision for pupils with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND) has improved. Pupils’ needs are identified quickly, and appropriate support is put in place. Teachers have a growing understanding of how to adapt their teaching successfully for the benefit of these pupils. The school ensures that pupils with SEND are included in the wider life of the school.

Pupils’ behaviour has improved. Lessons are calm and purposeful. The ‘speak up, speak out’ campaign has led to more pupils feeling confident to report concerns.

Why Paignton Academy?

• Strong Relationships: We value respectful connections between students, staff, and parents, working together to ensure student success.
• Love of Learning: We foster a passion for lifelong learning, helping students grow into curious, well-rounded individuals.
• Community & Pride: We instil pride in both our school and the local community, empowering students to make a positive impact.

If you're passionate about shaping young lives and helping students reach their full potential, come join our team at Paignton Academy!

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust

The Thinking Schools Academy Trust is a family of schools across the South West, South, South East and East of England, consisting of early years, primary, secondary and specialist provision.

We believe that every young person in our community deserves to have the best opportunities at life regardless of their individual circumstances. That’s why we invest in our people, so that our staff are best supported to positively impact our pupils.

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We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check. As per KCSIE we will also undertake online searches for all shortlisted candidates, if you have any questions regarding this process, please email [e-mail]