PACE Lead - Trauma Informed Behaviour Support
Mayfield School, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 8NHThis job expired on 10 November 2025 – see similar jobs
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
10 November 2025 at 11:59pm
Date listed
14 October 2025
Job details
Job role
- Other leadership roles
- Other support roles
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Full time (Can be done as a job share): 32.5 hours a week 8.55 am - 3.40 pm Monday to Friday Term Time Only
Contract type
- Permanent
Full-time equivalent salary
- Between £28,598 and £31,022 FTE
What skills and experience we're looking for
We are seeking a person who has the drive and ability to make a difference. A person with exceptional passion for, skill and understanding of children who experience complex mental health needs and associated challenging behaviour.
The Trauma-Informed Behaviour Support Practitioner will proactively support school staff in planning and managing children’s challenging behaviour using trauma-informed principles and the PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, and Empathy) approach. The role involves building trusting relationships with staff and children, understanding individual needs, and collaboratively developing interventions to foster positive behaviour and emotional well-being. By analysing the functions of behaviour and incorporating trauma-informed strategies, the practitioner will help create supportive, nurturing environments where children can thrive.
You will:
- Work proactively with children, families and staff teams to support social and emotional development.
- Take a lead in using functional behaviour analysis, along with planning and reviewing interventions for social and emotional development.
- Monitor and analyse high level behaviours.
The Right Candidate Will Have:
- A good understanding of child development and learning processes
- The ability to be a great team player and also be able to work independently and use initiative
- An open-minded and inquisitive approach to the job but the ability to work to agreed strategies and procedures
- The ability to develop and sustain positive relationships with children, fellow staff members and families
- Experience of using ICT effectively
Working hours will be 8.40am to 3.40pm, Term time only. This position is available as a job share or as a full time position. Please state your preference within your application.
Applications will be reviewed regularly and we may offer interviews and the position before the closing date if a successful candidate is found. Please do not delay in applying.
What the school offers its staff
Working at Mayfield School offers a rewarding and enriching experience for educators and staff alike. We foster a nurturing and inclusive environment where every team member is valued and supported. Our commitment to professional development ensures that you have access to continuous learning opportunities, helping you grow and excel in your career.
You’ll be part of a dedicated team that is passionate about making a positive impact on students’ lives, inspiring and guiding them to reach their full potential. Additionally, our school community is vibrant and collaborative, making it a place where your contributions are recognized and celebrated. Join us to be part of a mission-driven institution that truly values education and personal growth.
Watch our video to see what it is like to work at Mayfield:https://mayfieldtorbay.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/We-Are-Mayfield-30-1-1.mp4
As well as being part of this rewarding environment, Mayfield offers many personal benefits, including:
- Impressive Government Pension Scheme;18.4% for Support Staff plus other peace of mind / family protection benefits.
- Access to free Well-being Support & Services
- Blue Light Discount Card & Employee Discount Scheme; providing up to 20% discounts across many companies
Further information about the job
Commitment to safeguarding
All of our safeguarding and recruitment policies can be found in the following places:
Our school website - www.mayfieldtorbay.org
Our recruitment & application system - mayfieldtorbay.face-ed.co.uk
About Mayfield School
- School type
- Special school, ages 2 to 19
- School size
- 264 pupils enrolled
- Age range
- 2 to 19
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- School website
- Mayfield School website
- Email address
- nlidstone@mayfieldtorbay.org
At Mayfield School in Torquay we have 180 pupils with severe and profound learning difficulties arranged in 19 classes from foundation through to Key Stage 4. We have highly skilled staff and fantastic facilities to support the ongoing development of every pupil’s EHCP need in a safe, nurturing and happy environment.
At Mayfield College in Paignton we have 52 students in Key Stage 4 and 5 with severe and profound learning difficulties. The highly skilled College team provide a holistic programme of study for our young people which utilised challenging, relevant and fun learning experiences whilst supporting individual progression and preparation for adulthood.
At Mayfield Chestnut in Brixham we have 32 Primary aged pupils with social, emotional and mental health difficulties arranged in 6 classes. Our highly skilled staff support our pupils to maintain academic progress whilst securing attachment and promoting resilience and wellbeing through playfulness, acceptance, curiosity and empathy.
Across our 3 sites we have the firm mission of Learning together to be the best that we can be building on the successes of today for the challenges of tomorrow.
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