Location: Chantry Academy, Ipswich
Salary: ALT Grade G £27,441.48 - £30,459.14 Annually Actual
Contract: Full time, permanent
Working Pattern: Monday - Friday 8 - 4, (37hpw, Term time plus 1 week, 39 weeks)
At Chantry Academy in Ipswich, we are looking for a skilled Behaviour Manager to lead both the strategic and day-to-day delivery of behaviour support across the school. This is a pivotal role, bringing together strong leadership, sharp analysis of behaviour data and a deep commitment to inclusion to ensure high expectations are understood and consistently applied. Working closely with senior leaders and pastoral teams, the Behaviour Manager will guide interventions, support staff development and help create a positive environment where pupils feel safe, supported and ready to learn.
Summary of Key Responsibilities- Lead the implementation and ongoing development of the school's behaviour policy, promoting consistency, high expectations and an inclusive culture
- Analyse and report on behaviour data to identify trends, evaluate interventions and inform strategic improvement
- Line manage and develop the behaviour team, ensuring effective practice in behaviour management and safeguarding
- Oversee behaviour interventions, reintegration processes and internal provision, ensuring they are targeted, effective and data-led
- Work collaboratively with staff, families and external partners to support pupils and improve behaviour outcomes
Why Join Our Trust?
- Belong to a compassionate and inclusive trust that values you and the role you play.
- Join an experienced group of people that are fully dedicated to delivering the best for our children.
- Gain access to our VivUp employee benefit system, Cycle to Work scheme and Local Government pensions.
Contact
If you would like an informal discussion about the role, or for more info, please contact Karis Lambert, HR Manager, at: KLambert@chantryacademy.org
The Active Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children and young people. We expect all staff to actively share this commitment. All adults working in our Trust in whatever capacity will be part of a thorough safer recruitment process. All appointments will be subject to pre-employment checks including the taking of satisfactory references and enhanced criminal record clearance in line with the need to create and maintain a safe culture.
The Active Learning Trust reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the advert closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.
To ensure we recruit and retain the best talent, all new employees recruited to the Active Learning Trust (leadership, teaching and support staff) will be subject to a 6 months' probation period at the start of their employment. This policy aims to assess new employees' alignment with our culture, teaching standards, and student needs. It is designed to foster success; with regular evaluations and support mechanisms in place, helping us to identify and nurture talent.
We value diversity and welcome applications from all, including those with protected characteristics under the Equality Act. Flexible working will be considered for all roles deemed suitable.
