Job Description
Summary:
Positive Behaviour Support Lead job opportunity with competitive salary and benefits.
About the School:
A school committed to providing a high-quality education in a nurturing and inclusive environment for students with special educational needs.
The Opportunity:
As a Positive Behaviour Support Lead, you will play a crucial role in supporting staff teams to create environments where young people can thrive. This role focuses on developing and delivering a high-quality Positive Behaviour Support approach, ensuring that children can develop the skills they need for a better quality of life.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, organise, and deliver a high-quality Positive Behaviour Support approach.
- Work in partnership with children and their families to identify individual support needs and develop effective individualised plans.
- Ensure staff teams benefit from person-centred PBS training, role modelling of good practice, and coaching.
- Support staff in understanding behaviours and collaborating to create and implement proactive strategies.
- Identify and deliver training needs based on the requirements of the school and its students.
- Promote co-production and ensure that individualised plans are effectively implemented.
- Ensure the delivery of support that is tailored to the specific needs of each child.
- Maintain a safe and supportive environment for all students and staff.
Qualifications & Skills:
Required
- A minimum of three years’ experience supporting individuals with Special Educational Needs.
- A relevant qualification in SEN/Health & Social Care.
- In-depth knowledge of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS).
- Understanding of individual behaviour support plans, young person risk assessments, and targeted support.
- Experience of identifying and delivering training needs.
- Experience of working in partnership with young people and their families.
Preferred
- Experience of working in a school or care setting with children with complex needs.
- Experience in a leadership or coaching role.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to take the initiative.
- Demonstrated empathy and a commitment to the well-being of young people.
Compensation & Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of £34,434 - £39,862.
- Excellent benefits package including a contributory pension scheme, life insurance, and medical cover.
- 10 weeks of annual leave, aligned with school holidays.