Behaviour Coordinator

Job Description

• Work with the Behaviour Lead to support pupils who experience barriers to learning related to behaviour, emotional regulation, or engagement.
• Deliver planned behaviour interventions and support strategies with pupils on a one-to-one basis, in small groups, or within class settings.
• Support pupils during periods of transition or reintegration, including following suspension or extended absence.
• Build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, acting as a consistent and supportive adult.
• Encourage pupils to reflect on their behaviour and develop skills to make informed choices about learning and conduct.
• Support staff in implementing agreed behaviour strategies and individual behaviour plans, under the guidance of the Behaviour Lead.
• Model effective behaviour management strategies and support staff in responding consistently to pupils' needs.
• Provide informal coaching and advice to staff where appropriate, escalating concerns or training needs to the Behaviour Lead.
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff, pastoral teams, and the trans-disciplinary team to ensure a joined-up approach.
• Support the Behaviour Lead in monitoring the impact of behaviour interventions and recording outcomes.
• Maintain accurate records relating to behaviour support, incidents, and interventions in line with school procedures.
• Support staff in recording behaviour incidents appropriately and consistently.
• Contribute to reviews of behaviour support plans and pupil risk assessments.
• Share relevant observations and feedback with the Behaviour Lead to inform next steps and planning.
• Support communication with parents/carers regarding behaviour strategies and support in place for their child.
• Attend meetings with parents/carers as required, alongside the Behaviour Lead or other staff.
• Reinforce consistency between home and school approaches where appropriate.
• Support the Behaviour Lead in liaising with external agencies such as CAMHS, social care, education welfare, and educational psychologists
• Contribute information and observations to referrals and reviews as requested.
• Work in line with statutory safeguarding guidance (e.g. Keeping Children Safe in Education) and school safeguarding policies.
• Remain vigilant to safeguarding concerns and report these promptly in line with school procedures.
• Promote the safety and wellbeing of all pupils at all times.
• Carry out duties consistent with the role as directed by the Behaviour Lead or Senior Leadership Team.
• Engage in relevant training and professional development related to behaviour, SEND, and safeguarding.
Job descriptions only reflect 80% of a role and are not an exhaustive list of duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within the scope of the role. The job description will be kept under review and modified from time to time. Person Specification Essential Experience
• Experience of working directly with children and young people, ideally those with SEND or autism.
• Experience of supporting pupils with behaviour, emotional regulation, or engagement difficulties.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary or pastoral team in a school or similar setting.
Skills and Experience
• Good understanding of positive behaviour support and restorative approaches.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, including those who are hard to engage.
• Ability to support staff in implementing behaviour strategies consistently.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and procedures in an educational setting.
• Ability to record, monitor, and report on behaviour incidents accurately and professionally.
Personal Qualities and Attributes
• Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient when working with behaviours that challenge.
• Reflective and willing to learn from feedback and supervision.
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow direction from the Behaviour Lead and senior staff.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Commitment to inclusion, equality, and pupil wellbeing.
Desirable Experience
• Experience working in a special school.
• Experience delivering targeted behaviour interventions (e.g. small group or one-to-one work).
Skills and Knowledge
• Familiarity with behaviour policies, behaviour support plans, and pupil risk assessments.
• Experience liaising with parents/carers regarding behaviour or pastoral support.
• Experience contributing to multi-agency meetings or providing information to external professionals.
Qualifications and Training
• Relevant qualification or training in education, SEND, behaviour support, youth work, or pastoral care.
• Training in de-escalation, or emotional regulation strategies.
All members of the Liberty Academy Trust community are driven by the three core values of courage, determination, and teamwork.


• Experience of working directly with children and young people, ideally those with SEND or autism.
• Experience of supporting pupils with behaviour, emotional regulation, or engagement difficulties.
• Experience of working as part of a multidisciplinary or pastoral team in a school or similar setting.
Skills and Experience
• Good understanding of positive behaviour support and restorative approaches.
• Ability to build positive, trusting relationships with pupils, including those who are hard to engage.
• Ability to support staff in implementing behaviour strategies consistently.
• Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities and procedures in an educational setting.
• Ability to record, monitor, and report on behaviour incidents accurately and professionally.
Personal Qualities and Attributes
• Calm, patient, and emotionally resilient when working with behaviours that challenge.
• Reflective and willing to learn from feedback and supervision.
• Professional, reliable, and able to follow direction from the Behaviour Lead and senior staff.
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Commitment to inclusion, equality, and pupil wellbeing.
Desirable Experience
• Experience working in a special school.
• Experience delivering targeted behaviour interventions (e.g. small group or one-to-one work).
Skills and Knowledge
• Familiarity with behaviour policies, behaviour support plans, and pupil risk assessments.
• Experience liaising with parents/carers regarding behaviour or pastoral support.
• Experience contributing to multi-agency meetings or providing information to external professionals.
Qualifications and Training
• Relevant qualification or training in education, SEND, behaviour support, youth work, or pastoral care.
• Training in de-escalation, or emotional regulation strategies.
All members of the Liberty Academy Trust community are driven by the three core values of courage, determination, and teamwork.