Job Description
Behaviour Manager - Secondary School
Location: Northampton, Northamptonshire
Start Date: September 2026
Contract Type: Full-Time | Permanent
Salary: Competitive salary, dependent on experience
Are you passionate about creating a positive school culture and helping young people develop the confidence, resilience, and behaviours needed to succeed?
Do you have experience supporting students with behavioural challenges and the ability to build strong relationships while maintaining high expectations?
We are working in partnership with a successful and inclusive secondary school in Northampton that is seeking a dedicated Behaviour Manager to join their pastoral team on a permanent, full-time basis from September 2026.
This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced behaviour professional who wants to play a key role in improving student outcomes, strengthening behaviour systems, and supporting a positive learning environment across the school.
The successful candidate will work closely with senior leaders, pastoral staff, teachers, students, and families to promote excellent behaviour, provide targeted support, and ensure students receive the guidance they need to thrive both academically and personally.
The Role
As a Behaviour Manager, you will:
Lead on the day-to-day management and improvement of student behaviour across the school
Build positive, respectful relationships with students while maintaining clear boundaries and expectations
Support students through targeted behaviour interventions, mentoring, and restorative conversations
Identify behaviour trends and work proactively to reduce barriers to learning
Provide support to students who require additional pastoral or behavioural guidance
Work alongside teaching staff to implement consistent behaviour strategies across classrooms
Manage incidents effectively, using calm, fair, and solution-focused approaches
Maintain accurate records of behaviour incidents, interventions, and student progress
Collaborate with the pastoral team, SEN department, and external agencies where appropriate
Contribute to creating a safe, inclusive, and ambitious school environment
We're Looking For Someone Who:
Has proven experience supporting young people in a behaviour, pastoral, mentoring, or safeguarding role
Understands effective behaviour management strategies within a secondary school environment
Can confidently manage challenging situations while remaining calm and professional
Has the ability to build trust and positive relationships with students
Is consistent, resilient, and passionate about helping young people make positive choices
Has excellent communication skills and can work effectively with staff, students, and parents/carers
Has experience within education, youth work, SEND, pastoral support, or a related setting
Holds an Enhanced DBS on the Update Service or is willing to apply
What You'll Receive:
A permanent, full-time position within a supportive Northampton secondary school
The opportunity to make a long-term impact on student behaviour and wellbeing
A competitive salary package based on experience
A collaborative pastoral team and supportive leadership structure
Access to CPD and ongoing professional development opportunities
The chance to progress within a growing education environment
Support from a dedicated education recruitment consultant throughout the process
This is a fantastic opportunity for a passionate Behaviour Manager, Pastoral Lead, or experienced Behaviour Mentor who wants to take the next step in their career and make a lasting difference within a secondary school community.
Apply today to become part of this Northampton secondary school's pastoral team as a Behaviour Manager from September 2026.
