Operational Behaviour Lead

What skills and experience we're looking for

MAIN PURPOSE OF THE JOB

The Operational Behaviour Lead will provide strategic and operational leadership for behaviour across the school, ensuring a consistent, trauma‑informed approach that enables pupils with SEMH needs to engage positively in learning.

The postholder will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) to drive whole‑school behaviour strategy, support staff in managing behaviour effectively within classrooms, oversee behaviour interventions, and lead on behaviour data analysis to inform practice, provision, and reintegration planning.

KEY

RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE JOB HOLDER

To contribute to the development and improvement of pupils’ participation in learning and Academy life.

• Lead the development, implementation and review of the school’s behaviour strategy, ensuring alignment with the school’s SEMH ethos and trauma‑informed practice.
• Contribute to whole‑school improvement planning, particularly in relation to behaviour, attendance, exclusions, and reintegration.
• Use behaviour data to identify patterns, trends and priorities, supporting evidence‑based decision making at SLT level.
• Ensure behaviour systems are consistent, relational and developmentally appropriate for primary‑aged pupils with SEMH needs.
• Model high expectations of behaviour and emotional regulation across all areas of the school.

What the school offers its staff

We are a small, specialist primary school in Bexley, providing a nurturing and supportive environment for children aged 5–11 with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs.

Aspire Academy is a unique and rewarding school to work in where no two days are ever the same!

We recognise that every child is unique, which is why we take a holistic approachto their education and wellbeing. Our dedicated team works closely with families and supporting agencies to help pupils develop confidence and essential life skills. Through high quality teaching and learning, therapeutic interventions and a focus on personal development, we support every child to progress successfully onto the next stage of their education and their lives.

We are proud to be rated Goodby Ofsted, with Outstandingrecognition for Behaviour and Attitudes, as well as Personal Development. This reflects our commitment to ensuring every child is encouraged and inspired - enabling them to reach their full potential.

Commitment to safeguarding

The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to a satisfactory enhanced DBS disclosure and other employment checks. The school is committed to equality and diversity in employment practice and service delivery.