At a Glance
- Tasks: Support and enforce the school's behaviour strategy while promoting student wellbeing.
- Company: Join Highams Park School, a highly successful and supportive educational environment.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a focus on staff wellbeing.
- Other info: Dynamic role with opportunities for career growth in a diverse community.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives and contribute to a positive school culture.
- Qualifications: Experience in behaviour support and strong relationship-building skills.
The predicted salary is between 31500 - 38500 £ per year.
We are seeking to appoint a hardworking, experienced and skilled colleague to join our pastoral team in the role of Behaviour Support Officer. This is a non-teaching role in which the person appointed will be responsible for supporting and enforcing the school’s behaviour strategy.
The ideal candidate will work systematically and innovatively to build an efficient and robust behavioural system within the school. They will need to consistently model excellent practice to have students’ wellbeing, progress and personal development at the core of their professional motivation.
We are looking for applicants who have the ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with colleagues, students, parents and service users and will use data to monitor the effectiveness of interventions put into place to support students. They will uphold the ethos of the school, demanding the highest standards of conduct and behaviour from students, as well as supporting vulnerable students.
Highams Park School is a highly successful 11-18 comprehensive school serving its local community. In our most recent OFSTED inspection, our school was judged ‘good’ and our Sixth Form, comprising of approximately 400 students, was judged to be 'outstanding'. At GCSE we have a positive Progress 8 score, and at A Level our results have been outstanding, as judged by ALPS, for 8 consecutive years. Highams Park School offers its staff the opportunity to work in a highly regarded school, with dedicated and motivated colleagues and well-behaved, friendly students. Highams Park School offers comprehensive CPDL and is dedicated to staff wellbeing and ensuring that teachers have a manageable workload.
Safeguarding children: We are committed to the safety of our pupils through our recruitment and school practices; all jobs are subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check. The Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) helps employers make safer recruitment decisions and prevent unsuitable people from working with vulnerable groups, including children.
Equal Opportunities: Waltham Forest is a diverse borough where diversity is valued and is integral to both service delivery and employment of its staff. The Council is proud of its rich mix of communities and as the largest employer in the area, it works hard to respond to the changing needs of its population. We use our statutory duties on race, gender and disability equality and best practice in respect of age, faith and sexual orientation to ensure equality of opportunity in the workplace.
How to apply: Please email recruitment@highamsparkschool.co.uk or go to our website for more information. Please complete our application form (download from website) www.highamsparkschool.co.uk and return by midday Wednesday 26 August 2026.
Behaviour Support Officer employer: London Borough of Waltham Forest
The London Borough of Waltham Forest is an excellent employer for those passionate about inclusive education, offering a vibrant work culture that prioritises collaboration and professional growth. As a SENDCO & Inclusion Leader, you will be part of a dedicated team that values diversity and provides ample opportunities for development, all within a supportive community committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all learners.
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London Borough of Waltham Forest Recruitment Team
