Teaching Vacancies

Behaviour Keyworker

FY4 3AG

Key information

Pay
Salary not listed
Hours
Full-time
Contract
Permanent
Posted date
23 Sep 2026
Closing date
23 Oct 2026

About this role

What skills and experience we're looking for

We are looking to appoint a

Behviour Keyworker who

  • holds a level 3 teaching assistant qualification or equivalent
  • can build and maintain successful relationships with pupils, treat them consistently, with respect and consideration
  • can work closely with our established and skilled pastoral team to ensure that pupils and their families receive appropriate support and are treated with kindness and compassion
  • model consistently high standards of professional practice and positive relationships with pupils and colleagues.
  • Can work alongside staff to develop and implement appropriate strategies for pupils who require additional behavioural or emotional support
  • have experience supporting children with SEMH needs.

What the school offers its staff

In return, we can offer you

  • a caring and safe school with a warm and nurturing ethos
  • a dedicated and supportive Leadership Team that challenges itself every day to make a difference to the lives of our children
  • friendly, supportive colleagues who work exceptionally hard and are committed to providing high-quality education and experiences for all
  • a strong safeguarding and pastoral team
  • happy and enthusiastic pupils, who are very proud of their school
  • rich, high-quality professional development
  • access to a bespoke wellbeing programme, including a wellbeing day.
  • automatic enrolment to the LGPS Pension Scheme
  • a skilled and enthusiastic Governing Body, who are dedicated in their support of the school
  • the opportunity to make a huge difference to the lives of the children and families we serve

Commitment to safeguarding

Waterloo Primary Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children/vulnerable adults. This post is subject to satisfactory three-year reference history, Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check (previously CRB check), medical clearance, evidence of essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act. Please note CV’s are not accepted. Online searches will be conducted on shortlisted candidates. Please see Zest Academy Trust Recruitment and Selection policy for further details - located on our school website https://waterloo.zestacademytrust.co.uk/our-vacancies/