Head of Behavior

  • Simply Education Ltd
  • Dec 08, 2025
Full time Education

Job Description

Head of Behaviour / Pastoral Lead - SEND / SEMH Provision
Location: Old Trafford, Manchester
Salary: 35,000 - 45,000 FTE
Contract: Permanent / Long-term

Simply Education is supporting a specialist SEND/SEMH provision in Old Trafford, Manchester to recruit a dedicated and experienced Head of Behaviour / Pastoral Lead. This is a pivotal role for someone committed to improving outcomes for children requiring additional support, leading on behaviour, pastoral care, and whole-school wellbeing.

The role:

  • Lead and manage behaviour and pastoral strategies across the provision.

  • Support staff with behaviour management, interventions, and safeguarding.

  • Develop individualised support plans for pupils with complex needs.

  • Monitor and evaluate the impact of pastoral and behaviour initiatives.

  • Work collaboratively with staff, parents, and external agencies to ensure consistent support and positive outcomes.

The ideal candidate will have:

  • Proven experience in a pastoral or behaviour leadership role, ideally within SEND/SEMH settings.

  • Strong knowledge of behaviour management strategies, safeguarding, and inclusion.

  • Excellent communication, leadership, and team management skills.

  • A flexible, empathetic, and solution-focused approach to supporting children and staff.

Why join us?

  • Competitive salary and benefits.

  • Opportunity to lead and shape behaviour and pastoral provision in a supportive environment.

  • Professional development and ongoing support to enhance your expertise.

How to apply:
To apply, please submit your CV via this advert. For further information, contact Josh at Simply Education:
Email:
Phone: (phone number removed)
WhatsApp: (phone number removed)

All applicants must hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check, provide two professional references from the past two years, and complete a full application in line with safeguarding requirements.