Behaviour Support Manager

Teaching Personnel; Newport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading education recruitment agency is seeking a Behaviour Support Manager in Newport. This role focuses on supporting students by maintaining a positive learning environment and implementing effective behaviour management strategies. Ideally suited for someone with a passion for helping young people and a commitment to teamwork. A temporary position with opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Dedicated recruitment consultant

Access to training and development opportunities

Refer a Friend Scheme

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential.
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the absence of their regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Provide emotional and academic support to students as needed.

Skills

Empathy & Understanding

Resilience

Team Player

Adaptability

Patience & Positivity

Behaviour Management Expertise

Education

Enhanced Child-Only DBS Certificate

Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC)

Job description

Behaviour Support Manager – Secondary School – Newport

Location: Newport
Job Title: Behaviour Support Manager
Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:30am – 3:30pm
Pay: £110 – £120 per day
Start Date: ASAP – ongoing through the 2026 academic year

Are you passionate about supporting young people and helping them achieve their full potential?
Teaching Personnel are currently recruiting a Behaviour Support Manager to join one of our partner secondary schools in Newport. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a genuine difference in the lives of students who need extra guidance and care within the classroom environment.

About the Role

As a Behaviour Support Manager, you will play a key role in maintaining a calm, positive, and engaging learning environment. You will oversee a classroom in the absence of the teacher, ensure students stay focused on pre-set work, and implement effective behaviour management strategies to promote positive conduct.

Key Responsibilities

• Supervise students in the absence of their regular teacher.
• Manage classroom behaviour in line with school policies.
• Distribute and monitor completion of pre-prepared learning materials.
• Provide emotional and academic support to students as needed.
• Collaborate closely with teaching staff and senior leadership to ensure a consistent approach to behaviour management.
• Empathy & Understanding: Ability to build trust and support students with diverse needs.
• Resilience: Confidence to manage challenging situations calmly and effectively.
• Team Player: Strong communication and collaboration with teachers and staff.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to support pupils with a range of behavioural and learning needs.
• Patience & Positivity: Commitment to creating a nurturing and encouraging atmosphere.
• Behaviour Management Expertise: Knowledge of positive reinforcement and classroom management strategies.

Requirements

• Enhanced Child-Only DBS Certificate (we can support your application).
• Registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC).
• Two professional references covering the last 24 months.
• Previous experience working with children or young people is desirable but not essential – we welcome applicants with transferable skills or personal experience in similar environments.

Why Work with Teaching Personnel?

• Your own dedicated recruitment consultant to support your career goals.
• Access to a wide range of long-term and short-term roles in education.
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities.
• Earn extra with our Refer a Friend Scheme – recommend a colleague and receive a cash bonus!

If you’re enthusiastic, compassionate, and ready to make a real difference, we’d love to hear from you!

Apply now by clicking the button below or contact our Newport office for more information about this Behaviour Support Manager position.

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All pay rates quoted will be inclusive of 12.07% statutory holiday pay. This advert is for a temporary position. In some cases, the option to make this role permanent may become available at a later date.
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