Behaviour & Learning Practitioner (BLP)

Job Title: Behaviour & Learning Practitioner (BLP)

Location: Derby Pride Academy

Grade/Scale: Derby City Support Pay Scale - Grade F, Point 15 - 20. Actual Salary, £26,794.35 - £29,089.78

Contract: 37 hours per week, term time only

Derby Pride Academy (DPA) became one of the first alternative provision academy free schools to ever open within the country. DPA offers alternative provision for young people aged 11 - 16 who are referred by their mainstream school or Derby City LA. The academy provides an environment where all students feel understood, valued and cared for.

DPA is looking to appoint a Behaviour & Learning Practitioner (BLP). The successful candidate will be a patient, enthusiastic and supportive individual who is passionate about helping pupils to achieve their full potential. They will work closely with teaching staff to support pupils both in and out of the classroom.

Safeguarding Responsibilities

The Behaviour and Learning Practitioner will contribute actively to promoting the safety, welfare and well-being of all pupils across the academy. Working alongside the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), Behaviour and Pastoral Manager and wider leadership team, the post holder will support the identification of safeguarding concerns, monitor pupil wellbeing and help ensure that appropriate support is in place for vulnerable students. The successful candidate will build positive relationships with pupils, encourage safe and respectful behaviours, maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with staff, families and external professionals where required. Through daily interactions with students, the Behaviour and Learning Practitioner will play an important role in fostering a safe, inclusive and supportive learning environment, while upholding Derby Pride Academy’s commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Please see the attached Application pack including a Welcome from The Head Teacher and more information about Derby Pride Academy and Esteem MAT.

Please review the attached Job Description to learn more about the role and what we are looking for in the successful candidate.

Benefits Include:

- LGPS Pension Scheme (16.6% employer contributions)

- Generous holiday entitlement

- Access to Westfield Health membership scheme including cashback schemes for health and retail benefits, discounted gym memberships, and free confidential advice.

- Access to National College CPD platform.

- Access to My Money Matters Financial Wellbeing Platform

- Enhanced Maternity Pay

For further information, please contact Connor Jacob (Regional Business Lead) on cjacob@esteemmat.co.uk

We reserve the right to interview suitable candidates upon application and may close the application process prior to this date

We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status. 

Perfection is not required, if you are excited by the role and our organisation, but not sure if you meet 100% of the criteria, we would still love to hear from you!