Operational Behaviour Manager

Hours of work: 35 Hours

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only etc.

(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: Thursday 25 June 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post, please contact:

East Sussex Academy

The Ridge

Hastings

East Sussex

TN34 2AE

Phone: 01273 049656

Email: ***email_hidden***

Website: www.eastsussex.lseat.org.uk

Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Operational Behaviour Manager

Location: Hastings Campus

Salary: £35,599 – £40,067 FTE (Actual salary £29,220 – £33,187)

Hours: 35 hours per week, 39 weeks (Term Time Only)

Closing Date: 26 June 2026

Interview Date: Week commencing 29 June 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Operational Behaviour Manager to join our team at our Hastings campus from September 2026.

This is a key operational role where you will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team to lead and coordinate behaviour support across the school. You will oversee the daily deployment of behaviour support staff, manage cover arrangements, and ensure a consistent and high-quality approach to behaviour management in line with school policies.

The role involves leading a team of Behaviour Mentors, coordinating student routines (including arrivals, departures and detentions), and implementing targeted interventions to support pupils who are disengaged from learning. You will play a central role in maintaining a calm, structured and supportive learning environment and in removing barriers that impact on student progress.

We are committed to safeguarding children; successful applicants will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check.

Closing date: Thursday 25th June 2026

Interview date: Week of Monday 29th June 2026

Start date: 2nd September 2026

Further information, including application details, are available from our Office Manager, Harriet Holmes: ***email_hidden***

For an informal conversation about the role, please contact ESA Headteacher, Guy Walsh: [email protected]

Application Form

Additional Information

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain an enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to https://www.gov.uk/dbs-check-applicant-criminal-record .

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children. All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.