Salary: Support Staff Pay Scale E: £23,091 to £24,612 pro-rata per annum (Actual) (£26,403 - £28,142 full time/full year equivalent) Working Weeks: 39 weeks Start Date: September 2026 Hewett Academy is seeking a reliable, dynamic and responsible person for the role of Behaviour Officer to support and supervise students who have been temporarily removed from lessons in the Academy. What You’ll Be Doing - To support and supervise pupils who have been temporarily removed from lessons in the Academy and have been placed in the Behaviour Room. - To provide immediate support for behavioural incidents which take place and work with pupils to support a smooth reintegration into the learning environment. - To meet with and telephone parents as required discussing the behaviour, or improvements in behaviour, of pupils. - To contribute to and monitor the school's internal exclusion records, identifying patterns and alerting staff of any concerns. About You: You will be someone with good interpersonal skills, empathy, professional ethics, resilience and emotional strength who can foster a safe, inclusive, and structured environment. Essential: - Good basic level of education preferably including GCSE (or equivalent) in Maths and English - Experience of working with children - Experience of problem solving - Ability to establish good relationships with students, acting as a role model and being aware of and responding accordingly to their individual needs - Able to work with challenging situations and offer support in a calm manner - Top quality organisational skills and confidence in communicating with a range of different stakeholders Desirable: - NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline or equivalent experience or higher - DSL training or equivalent Why Join Inspiration Trust At Inspiration Trust, we believe in the power of education to transform lives. You’ll be joining a supportive, forward-thinking organisation that values professional development, collaboration, and innovation. We provide opportunities for growth and empower you to make a real impact in schools across Norfolk and north Suffolk. As part of our thriving network of talented teachers, leaders, and support staff, you’ll receive a varied professional development programme designed to help you be the best you can be. We offer: - Generous annual leave, and access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) with excellent employer contributions - Health Plan and Employee Assistance Programme, including 24/7 virtual GP access, mental health support and claim-back options for healthcare costs * - Cycle-to-work scheme, retail and theatre discounts (including discounted shopping vouchers, dentist and gym memberships), and salary sacrifice options (including home technology). * - Free parking at most sites - Personalised CPD and development programmes - A structured and specific induction programme. *Terms and conditions apply. Some benefits are only available following successfully passing probation. About Us The Hewett Academy in Norwich is a vibrant, ambitious secondary school rated Good by Ofsted, with Outstanding provision for personal development. With a strong ethos, a diverse and welcoming community, and exciting new facilities as part of our redevelopment programme, The Hewett Academy is a fantastic place to work, grow, and make a real difference in the lives of young people. It’s been a great few years for Hewett Academy with fantastic GCSE results, 8 pieces of artwork in the Royal Academy, a complete school rebuilding project opening in September 2026, an Ofsted grading of “Good with Outstanding features” and results that make us one of the highest performing in Norfolk and the 3rd most improved on progress in England! We now have an exciting opportunity for you to join our committed and hardworking team at Hewett Academy. We are part of the Inspiration Trust; a thriving family of schools across Norfolk and North Suffolk, recognised nationally for pupil progress and excellence in teaching and leadership. We believe every young person deserves the best education, regardless of background. Inspiration Trust specialises in transforming schools in disadvantaged areas and taking academies from failing to outstanding. The Trust offers extensive networks and opportunities to collaborate with a diverse range of schools and partners. We are committed to delivering outstanding professional and learning opportunities for all staff, supported by a rich programme of continuing professional development led by some of the country’s leading educational thinkers and practitioners. Next Steps Before applying, please read the attached Recruitment Pack and Job Description, for more details about the role. We ask that you read this pack carefully, especially the “Planning your application” section from page 11. This will support your application ensuring you have the opportunity to tell us about your relevant skills, experience and qualifications that relate to the job description and person specification in addition to details of your references covering the last 5 years. If you would like to know more about this exciting opportunity, then please contact Carina Raven, PA to Principal (carinaraven@inspirationtrust.org). Closing date for applications: 12pm on Monday 22nd June 2026 Interview date: Wednesday 1st July 2026 Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities Inspiration Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service checks. We are an equal opportunities employer.