Behaviour Support Assistant
Peacehaven Community School, Peacehaven, East Sussex, BN10 8RB11 days remaining to apply
Job start date
4 January 2027
Closing date
20 November 2026 at 3pm
Date listed
9 November 2026
Job details
Job role
- Learning support or cover supervisor
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time, term time, part time: 37 hours per week, Term time plus 5 staff development days
Contract type
- Permanent
Full time equivalent salary
- £27,188 - £28,929 FTE
Actual salary
- £23,489 - £24,993 Pro Rata
Hourly rate
- 14.09 - £14.99 per hour
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a Behaviour Support Assistant to join our large pastoral team in supporting students who are removed from a lesson.
The aim of the job will be to support these students to settle and get ready for the next lesson, ensuring the rest of their day will be successful.
You will be led by our outstanding Assistant Headteacher for Behaviour.
Experience of working with children with a variety of educational needs would be an advantage.
Full details of the requirements of the post can be found in the accompanying recruitment pack.
This is an exciting opportunity to join our school. In return, we offer a stimulating, supporting, and rewarding working environment, where all staff are valued and where you will have the opportunity to access a range of excellent professional opportunities to support your progression.
What the school offers its staff
Join us to benefit from:
- Local Government Pension Scheme – with a generous employer contribution
- Enhanced Maternity Pay
- Salary Sacrifice Shared Cost AVC (Additional Voluntary Contribution) Scheme
- Employee Referral Recruitment Incentive
- Access to training and development
- On-site Parking
- Discounts with local and national retailers, cinemas and restaurants
- Employee Assistance Programme – Wellbeing and advice
- Cycle to Work scheme
Flexible working opportunities
We understand the importance of work-life balance and will give due consideration to requests for flexible working.
We are proud to be an inclusive employer and encourage applications from all qualified individuals.
Further information about the job
Ready to join us?
If you are interested in this post and require further information or would like an informal discussion regarding the role, please contact James Broadbent, at james.broadbent@swale.at or 01273 581100.
Applications should be made by submitting a SAT Application Form to pcs-recruitment@swale.at. Please note, we cannot accept CVs.
If you experience any difficulty in completing the application form, please contact recruitment@swale.at or 01795 905989.
We are happy to discuss any support you may need during your application process as part of our reasonable adjustment approach.
Data Privacy Notice:
By applying for this position, you agree to Swale Academies Trust processing and storing your personal data for recruitment purposes. Candidate data will be stored securely for 6 months following the completion of the recruitment process, after which it will be permanently deleted. If you would like us to delete your details sooner, or to view our full Privacy Policy, please contact us at hroperations@swale.at
Swale Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from ROA and will require an enhanced DBS disclosure
Swale Academies Trust schools will conduct an online check of shortlisted candidates in line with the Keeping Children Safe In Education guidelines.
Commitment to safeguarding
Our organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff, volunteers and trustees to share this commitment.
Our recruitment process follows the keeping children safe in education guidance.
Offers of employment may be subject to the following checks (where relevant):
childcare disqualification
Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS)
medical
online and social media
prohibition from teaching
right to work
satisfactory references
suitability to work with children
You must tell us about any unspent conviction, cautions, reprimands or warnings under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.
Applying for the job
This job requires you to download an application form, you will be able to upload the application once complete.
CVs will not be accepted for this application.
Additional documents
If you need these documents in an accessible format, please contact the school.
About Peacehaven Community School
- Organisation type
- Academy, ages 11 to 16
- Education phase
- Secondary school
- Size
- 890 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 11 to 16
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Email address
- pcs-recruitment@swale.at
- Phone number
- 01273 581100
At Peacehaven Community School, we are dedicated to realising our vision of providing outstanding education that supports the cognitive and social-emotional growth of our students. We set high expectations for all students and empower them to strive for their personal best, preparing them to thrive in a dynamic world.
We are proud to cultivate a culture of inclusivity, resilience, and community partnership, ensuring that every student is valued, respected, and embraced. Our focus on mutual respect, good manners, and exemplary behaviour is matched by our commitment to providing a comprehensive and balanced curriculum that prepares students for a fulfilling adult life. Encouraging our students to become active contributors to society and responsible global citizens, we offer a wide array of extracurricular activities, trips, and visits that enrich their lives.
Our dedication to delivering innovative and challenging teaching inspires our students to excel and make exceptional progress. We are committed to nurturing a learning environment that transforms lives and empowers our students to aspire, believe, contribute and achieve greatness.
Arranging a visit to Peacehaven Community School
To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email pcs-recruitment@swale.at.
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