Lead Behaviour Support Officer – Queen Elizabeth High School, Carmarthen
Salary: £36,829 – £41,457
Contract type: Permanent Term Time Only, 35 hours per week (based on 37 hourly rate of £19.09‑£21.45). Full‑time salary quoted (based on 37 hrs) pro‑rata accordingly.
Location: Carmarthen, Carmarthenshire. Grade: H + 4 %.
About the role
Required for September 2026, this role is central to embedding a Trauma‑Informed approach within the school. The successful candidate will support young people with diverse emotional and social needs, fostering a safe, supportive environment where pupils can succeed.
The role involves supporting staff to build classrooms on strong, positive relationships and engaging proactively with parents and carers.
Key responsibilities include:
- Providing behaviour support to pupils in accordance with the school’s policies.
- Collaborating with teaching and non‑teaching staff to develop strategies for managing challenging behaviour.
- Working with parents/carers to share information and promote positive outcomes.
- Maintaining accurate records and contributing to the school’s trauma‑informed care plans.
Key qualifications and requirements
Qualifications, skills and experience
- Relevant teaching qualification or experience in working with pupils with social, emotional and mental health needs.
- Experience in trauma‑informed practice or willingness to undertake training.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills, including the ability to demonstrate empathy and resilience.
- Basic knowledge of Welsh (Level 1). Reasonable support will be provided to reach this level.
- Enhanced DBS check with barred list extension (or evidence of being fit to engage in regulated activity).
Benefits
- Competitive salary.
- Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Generous annual leave entitlement with the option of additional leave.
- Access to staff health and wellbeing support.
- Personal development and career progression.
- Staff discount schemes (e.g., cycle‑to‑work scheme).
- Flexible working and family‑friendly policies.
Additional information
We are committed to safeguarding and protecting those we care for. All staff are vetted, selected, trained and supervised fairly and to a high standard.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited for an informal tour and meeting with the Deputy Headteacher before the interview.
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