Vacancies

About the post

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Behaviour Manager to join our support staff team at The Grange School (TGS). This permanent, term-time role is vital to ensuring a positive and productive learning environment across the school. Reporting to the Assistant Headteacher, you will play a central role in managing student behaviour, supporting the Learn and Behave room, and working closely with staff and students to promote high standards and inclusivity. If you are passionate about making a difference in young people’s lives and thrive in a dynamic school setting, we would love to hear from you.

The key responsibilities of this post are to:

• Support the day-to-day running of the Learn and Behave room, ensuring it is a focused and effective learning space.
• Assist with the ‘on-call’ and centralised detention systems, including supervision and communication.
• Monitor and respond to student behaviour incidents, including truancy and safeguarding concerns.
• Liaise with staff across departments to coordinate interventions and support for students with pastoral needs.
• Track and analyse behaviour data to inform strategic decisions and reduce suspensions.
• Promote consistent behaviour management practices across the school.
• Support student reintegration following exclusions or extended absences, and assist with transitions between educational stages.

Based primarily at the Grange School, you could have the opportunity to work across both of our sites (including Twynham School), contributing to the cohesive operation of our school community.

Who we are looking for:

• Minimum of 5 A*-C GCSE qualifications (or equivalent), including English and Mathematics
• Experience of working with pupils of relevant age and pupils with additional needs.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to multitask, prioritise, and manage time effectively.
• Friendly, approachable, and professional attitude.
• Commitment to promoting and safeguarding the welfare of children and young people in accordance with our Safeguarding and Child Protection policies.

You will also be keen to live our Twynham Learning employee values which are:

• Aim high
• Keep improving
• Don’t leave anyone behind
• See the bigger picture

What we can offer you:

• The opportunity to work in a forward-thinking and exciting organisation with wonderful young people and exceptional colleagues.
• High quality continued professional development and opportunities to progress.
• Automatic membership of the Dorset Local Government Pension Scheme
• Free, confidential access to our Employee Assistance Programme, which offers a range of counselling services plus financial, legal and practical support from qualified professionals on a range of personal issues and access to online health and wellbeing resources
• A trust-wide intranet, where we share our news, information and resources
• Local discounts negotiated on behalf of our staff e.g. gym memberships, hair and beauty salons, chiropractic care, cycle shops, restaurants, motoring services, and retail/DIY stores
• Access to national discounts on a wide variety of huge brands
• A welcoming staff room with complimentary tea and coffee available throughout the day
• Free on-site parking
• The opportunity to work within Twynham Learning; a progressive multi-academy trust
• The opportunity to work in one of the most beautiful areas of the South Coast

Any questions?

To discuss the post or your application, please contact Alison Brown on 01202 495716 or email us at recruitment@twynhamlearning.com.

How to Apply

To apply for this vacancy, please submit a Job Application Form and Diversity Questionnaire by email to recruitment@twynhamlearning.com.

Only applications made using our official application form will be accepted. You can download the form and questionnaire here: www.twynhamlearning.com/187/staff-vacancies.

The closing date for applications is Friday 5 September 2025 at 9am. However, we reserve the right to interview and/or appoint strong candidates before this, so we encourage you to apply early.

Twynham Learning values diversity and inclusiveness. We aim to eliminate unlawful discrimination and promote diversity throughout our whole workforce. We want our workforce to be representative of all sections of our community, so we give equal opportunities to all job applicants. We do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability status, gender reassignment, marital/partnership status, pregnancy/maternity, race/colour/national origin, religion/belief, sex or sexual orientation. Only people who can evidence their right to work in the UK will be considered for this vacancy. We are committed to robust Safer Recruitment processes as part of our strong commitment to safeguard children and young people. An enhanced criminal records check will be undertaken on the successful candidate. Candidates must disclose all unprotected spent and unspent cautions and convictions. It is an offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity with children.