Behaviour Team Leader

Nottingham College; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Nottingham College seeks a Behaviour Team Leader to enhance its trauma-informed behaviour support strategy. You will lead a team, support students with behavioural challenges, and collaborate with curriculum and safeguarding staff. This role offers a unique opportunity to make a positive impact on students' lives while fostering an inclusive environment.

Benefits

35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Development opportunities including CPD days

Discounts at various stores across the UK

Various travel schemes

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of behaviour in education and safeguarding.
• Experience with students with complex needs or in crisis.
• Ability to manage a team and handle caseloads.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of Behaviour Coaches and support students facing behavioural challenges.
• Work closely with curriculum teams and external agencies.
• Drive timely interventions and ensure engagement with learners.

Skills

Person-centred approach to behaviour management

Communication skills

Resilience under pressure

Job description

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

We’re looking for a confident, compassionate and proactive Behaviour Team Leader to help drive forward our inclusive, trauma-informed behaviour support strategy. Based at the heart of our college community, you’ll lead a team of Behaviour Coaches and play a vital role in supporting students facing behavioural challenges; ensuring timely, consistent and restorative responses that keep learners engaged and thriving.

You’ll work closely with curriculum teams, Safeguarding staff, and external agencies to ensure our provision reflects national guidance and meets the real needs of our diverse learners.

What you’ll bring

You’ll need a strong understanding of behaviour in the context of education and safeguarding, with a proven ability to support learners in challenging circumstances and drive a positive team culture.

You’ll also bring:

· A confident, person-centred approach to behaviour management

· Experience working with students with complex needs or in crisis

· The ability to manage a team, handle caseloads and drive timely interventions

· Skilled communication and confidence managing sensitive conversations

· Knowledge of safeguarding processes and inclusive practices

· High levels of organisation and resilience under pressure

· A strong commitment to student welfare and inclusion across college life

Interviews /Assessments are planned for: 24th June 2025

Why Join us

Competitive salary – £28,260 to £32,310 FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme
A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here. Visit Nottingham College – CurrentVacancies to apply.

We shortlist and interview for our roles throughout the duration of the advert. Therefore, we would encourage you to submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment. We reserve the right to close this advert prior to the stated closing date should we have a high volume of candidates. Please note that interview dates may be subject to change depending on availability