Behaviour Support Specialist: Inspire Inclusion & Growth

Outcomes First Group; Stafford; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

"Your Wellbeing Matters" mental health

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista)

Job summary

Options Trent Acres School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to help pupils overcome barriers and thrive in and out of the classroom. You will work with the Deputy Headteacher to create a safe, aspirational environment focused on positive behaviour and inclusion.

You will support development of long-term behaviour strategies, reduce exclusions, and influence academic progress and emotional growth through direct pupil support and collaboration with staff.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Maths required.
• Pastoral experience in an educational setting desirable.
• Calm, confident and compassionate with ability to build rapport.
• Experience working with children or young people with behavioural or social needs.

Responsibilities

• Support the Deputy Headteacher and pastoral team in delivering effective behaviour systems, policies and day to day behaviour management across the school.
• Identify, assess and respond to poor behaviour using de escalation strategies, returning pupils to learning.
• Lead and deliver authorised restraint training for staff in line with standards.
• Mentor, motivate and develop social, emotional, behavioural and essential life skills with pupils.
• Observe pupils to identify strengths and needs, sharing information with staff and senior leaders.
• Maintain accurate behaviour records and daily reports, communicating with staff and parents as required.
• Conduct regular classroom visits to recognise positive behaviour and support policy implementation.
• Provide pastoral support and cover when needed, contributing to wider school activities.

Skills

Pastoral support

Behaviour support

Calm & compassionate

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

GCSE English & Maths

Job description

Options Trent Acres School, part of Outcomes First Group, is seeking a Behaviour Support Worker to help pupils overcome barriers and thrive in and out of the classroom. You will work with the Deputy Headteacher to create a safe, aspirational environment focused on positive behaviour and inclusion.

You will support development of long-term behaviour strategies, reduce exclusions, and influence academic progress and emotional growth through direct pupil support and collaboration with staff.