Job Description

Job Overview
Are you passionate about supporting young people to overcome challenges and succeed? We are looking for a dedicated Behaviour / Pastoral Support Officer to join our team. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on building relationships, mentoring students, and creating a positive school environment.

Job Title: Behaviour / Pastoral Support Officer
Location: Coventry
Start Date: February 2026 (approx.)
Working Pattern: Full-time
Interview Date: To be confirmed once sufficient applications are received.

The ideal candidate is calm, empathetic, and confident in supporting students with a wide range of behavioural, social, and emotional needs. You will work closely with teachers, pastoral leads, and families to implement strategies that encourage positive behaviour and engagement. Training or experience in Trauma-Informed Practice is desirable and will help you support students effectively.

• Provide one-to-one or small group support for students with behavioural or pastoral needs

• Support teachers in managing classroom behaviour and engagement

• Implement restorative approaches and positive behaviour strategies

• Work with families and external agencies to support student wellbeing

• Monitor and report on student progress and behaviour trends

• Contribute to whole-school pastoral and inclusion initiatives

The school is an inclusive, forward-thinking community committed to supporting every student to achieve their potential academically, socially, and emotionally. Staff work collaboratively in a supportive environment where innovation, wellbeing, and student voice are central.

We are seeking professional, approachable, and student-focused Behaviour / Pastoral Support Officers who are committed to making a meaningful difference.

All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.

Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.

Regular external audits have shown repeatedly that our standards are exceptional. We are passionate about finding the right staff for each environment.

TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.