Behaviour Support Manager

Court Fields School, Wellington, Somerset, TA21 8SW

15 days remaining to apply

• Job start date

  4 January 2027

• Closing date

  27 November 2026 at 9am

• Date listed

  12 November 2026

Job details

• Job role:
  • Pastoral, health and welfare
  • Other support role
• Visa sponsorship: Visas cannot be sponsored
• Working pattern: Full time, term time: Full time, 37 hours per week Term time plus agreed additional days (to be confirmed at interview)
• Contract type: Permanent
• Full time equivalent salary: Grade 10 (£38,510 - £43,149 FTE)

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are seeking an exceptional and values-driven colleague to join Court Fields School as Behaviour Support Manager. This is a pivotal operational role focused on strengthening the day-to-day delivery of our behaviour systems so that every student feels safe, valued and able to succeed.

Our school has seen significant developments in behaviour over the past seven years, leading to improvements in measures including suspensions, rewards and, in particular, very low levels of permanent exclusion, of which we are rightly proud. We are now seeking a highly credible candidate to work under the strategic leadership of the Senior Leadership Team behaviour lead, adding operational capacity to identify and respond to behaviour trends and reduce behaviours that may otherwise result in suspension.

This is an exciting time in the further development of our school, ensuring that equity, opportunity and community are central in all we do, and supporting our work as an inclusive school serving the thriving market town of Wellington. Relational and trauma-informed practice, high expectations and preparing students effectively for adulthood will remain at the forefront of our support for students, with behaviour, pedagogy and curriculum working together to ensure that students receive the very best education in and out of the classroom each day.

The successful candidate will provide visible operational leadership, coordinate responses to serious and recurring behaviour, support consistent practice, strengthen reintegration and use behaviour information to identify patterns and recommend action. The postholder will work closely with pastoral, inclusion, SEND, safeguarding and teaching colleagues, while strategic direction and decisions reserved to senior leaders remain with the SLT behaviour lead and Headteacher.

We are looking for a colleague who:

• Feels that integrity is their key value.
• Has a proven track record of impact in behaviour, pastoral support, inclusion, safeguarding, youth work or a related field.
• Is passionate about creating an inclusive school culture where every student belongs.
• Demonstrates strong operational leadership, sound judgement and excellent organisation.
• Can build respectful relationships, challenge constructively and support staff and students.
• Is committed to high expectations, consistency and continuous improvement.
• Can analyse behaviour information, identify trends and turn findings into practical action.

What the school offers its staff

What we offer:

• The chance to join one of the most improved schools in Somerset.
• A fantastic staff team who enjoy working together to support our students.
• A supportive and ambitious leadership team.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• A school community committed to inclusion and excellence.
• A chance to make a significant impact on student experience and outcomes.

Further information about the job

The candidate will be required to undergo a full enhanced DBS check and must be eligible to work in the UK.

Visas cannot be sponsored.

If you're interested in teaching or training to teach in England as an international citizen, we can help you understand your next steps.

Commitment to safeguarding

The Blackdown Education Partnership is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all who work here to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to employment checks, including an Enhanced DBS disclosure.

Applying for the job

Apply for the job by following the link below.

CVs will not be accepted for this application.

About Court Fields School

• Organisation type: Academy, ages 11 to 16
• Education phase: Secondary school
• Size: 861 pupils enrolled
• Age range: 11 to 16
• Ofsted report: View Ofsted report
• Website: Court Fields School website
• Email address: jmartin@courtfields.bep.ac
• Phone number: 01823 664201
• See more jobs: teaching-vacancies.service.gov.uk/organisations/court-fields-school

Court Fields School has nearly 800 students on roll and is an 11-16 fully comprehensive secondary school. Our 3 values of ‘Achieve, Belong and Participate’ drive all that we do.

At Court Fields School our priority is our students: their academic and pastoral outcomes. We focus on high quality teaching and learning and promote a climate of success and achievement for every student. We have a passion for and a commitment to the core purpose of education and focus relentlessly on each student’s right to the very best provision. We are committed to fostering self-confidence, enthusiasm, perseverance and integrity.

We continue to work relentlessly to support students to achieve academic success, develop their creativity and excel. We provide a positive learning environment where students encounter a wide range of experiences safely, encouraged by a team of dedicated and highly experienced professionals. Our vibrant learning community, coupled with a culture of high standards and high expectations brings out the best in every student, supports ambition and establishes secure foundations for the future.

Court Fields is an inspiring place to work. Having already made significant improvements over the last 2 years, it is an exciting time to join our team. Our staff, students, parents/carers and community are proud of the school, support its journey, and are committed to ensuring that Court Fields provides the very best for every child.

Staff at all levels have a strong visible presence within the school and both students and staff are responsive to one another. If there is a problem, we will take any action quickly and fairly. There must be no child invisible at The Castle Partnership Trust and incidents are dealt with quickly and effectively, so that children know and trust that we will take care of things and will go the extra mile with them. We are also committed to widening participation so that every child participates in learning and enrichment. All members of the school community are expected to pursue these aims.

Arranging a visit to Court Fields School

To arrange a visit and increase the chance of a successful application email jmartin@courtfields.bep.ac.

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