Behaviour Support Lead

Behaviour Support Lead

Merrill Academy, Derby

37 Hours per Week, 42 Weeks per Year

Salary Scale: SO2, Point 32 to Point 34

£26,217 to £27,752

The Northworthy Trust are inviting applications for the above post based at Merrill Academy in Derby. The successful applicant will be professional, adaptable, and dedicated to providing and leading high level Behaviour support in all areas of the Academy. 

They will have the ability to work well within a team they lead, yet able to work unsupervised utilising their own initiative. They will be able to demonstrate consistently the positive attitudes, values and behavior, which are expected of our students and will establish and maintain a safe and supportive environment for all.  The postholder will lead on behaviour support initiatives within the Academy, delivering training to staff and working closely with the Deputy Headteacher.  They will have a calm and non-confrontational manner with strong communication skills, being confident working with a wide range of stakeholders and external agencies.  

In addition, the applicant will be able to demonstrate their experience of working in a similar role and their suitability to working within a busy secondary school environment. GCSE (or equivalent) Grade C or above in Maths, English and Science are essential.  Relevant professional qualifications and/or a First Aid qualification are desirable.  

This Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff to share this commitment. This post is subject to a DBS (formerly Enhanced CRB) Check, Medical Clearance and satisfactory references

Closing Date: Sunday 13th October 2019

Interview Date: week commencing Monday 21st October 2019

An application pack can be obtained by contacting Northworthy HR Team on 0115 9732438 or at HR@northworthytrust.org.uk