Behaviour Support Assistant
Coventry
Full time
£24,000 – £28,000 per annum
Vacancy ID
57a902b2-d435-4fa4-b42b-caba46303b54
Job Description
Supporting the day-to-day running of the school, this position contributes to a safe and structured environment. Collaboration with school staff is central to ensuring pupils are supported, expectations are clear, and safeguarding standards are upheld. Reliability, adaptability, and professionalism are essential.
Supports daily school routines and operations.
Works collaboratively with staff and pupils.
Maintains professional and safeguarding standards.
Adapts to the needs of the school environment.
Desired Experience + Qualifications
Experience supporting secondary-aged pupils.
Confident communicator with strong relational skills.
Understanding of behaviour as communication.
Ability to remain calm, consistent, and encouraging.
Strong safeguarding awareness.
About the School
This Coventry (CV6) secondary school is recognised for its robust pastoral structure, high behavioural expectations, and strong commitment to ensuring pupils feel supported academically and personally. Rated Good by Ofsted, the school prides itself on clear routines, consistent communication, and a culture where positive relationships sit at the centre of everything.
The pastoral team works collaboratively to identify pupils who require additional guidance and ensure they receive well-structured, consistent interventions. Mentoring spaces, behaviour hubs, and wellbeing rooms offer safe environments where pupils can reflect, regulate, and reset before returning to learning.
Staff receive training in restorative practice, trauma-informed approaches, emotional coaching, and mental health awareness. Families frequently describe the school as responsive, caring, and dedicated to ensuring pupils achieve more than they believed possible.
For someone who enjoys building relationships, guiding young people through challenging moments, and working within a supportive pastoral network, this school offers a purposeful and rewarding place to grow professionally.