Behaviour and Inclusion Officer
Manston Primary School
Salary: C1 – NJC Scale point 12 - 17 (£28,598-£31,022)
Hours: 35 hours per week (term time only)
Contract: Permanent
Start Date: Flexible/Opening in September 2026
Application Deadline: Friday 1st May 2026
Interviews: Friday 8th May 2026
Job Overview
At Manston, behaviour is calm, respectful and embedded within a supportive and inclusive culture. We are looking for a skilled and passionate Behaviour and Inclusion Officer to support pupils across the school with engagement, relationships and emotional regulation, ensuring every pupil feels safe, valued and successful. You will play a leading role in celebrating and reinforcing positive behaviour each day and further embedding our whole-school approach to the Zones of Regulation.
Why Join Manston?
* Respectful, enthusiastic pupils and a calm learning environment
* A strong staff culture built on teamwork, trust and shared values
* Clear and consistent behaviour systems with relational practice at the heart
* Investment in professional development and wellbeing
* Recognition through Investors in People Gold and the Wellbeing Award for Schools
The Role
You will:
* Build trusted relationships with pupils who need additional support to access learning and help them develop strategies to maximise their learning
* Plan and deliver structured 1:1 and group interventions, including Zones of Regulation strategies and targeted behaviour support
* Work in classrooms across the school to support pupils and reinforce positive behaviours
* Take the lead for our school council
* Celebrate positive behaviours and ensure these are recognised and reinforced consistently across the day
* Work alongside class teachers, the SENDCo, Safeguarding and Welfare Officer and SLT to identify needs and implement support
* Liaise with parents and external agencies as needed
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
* Has experience supporting pupils who need support to access learning, behaviour needs or emotional development
* Understands the link between emotional regulation, relationships and readiness to learn
* Is confident, calm, empathetic and reliable
* Can work both flexibly and within structured systems and routines
* Holds a Level 3 TA qualification or has equivalent experience in pastoral or behaviour roles
We Offer:
* A rewarding role that makes a daily impact on pupils
* A respectful and appreciative team culture
* Clear systems for behaviour and pupil support
* Opportunities for CPD, including Zones of Regulation, trauma‑informed approaches and positive behaviour strategies
* A supportive leadership team who support staff and children while modelling and reinforcing the school’s values in practice every day
* A strong commitment to staff wellbeing and professional growth
* The opportunity to influence practice across the whole school
Application Information: Applications are accepted until Friday 1st May 2026. Interviews will be held on Friday 8th May 2026.
Manston Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check, references, and an online search in line with safer recruitment guidance. We value diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds.
The school reserves the right to close this vacancy early.
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