Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner

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Job Title:  Positive Behaviour Support Practitioner
Location:  Orchard Manor, Near Kings Lynn, Downham Market, PE34 3HT
Hours:  40 hours per week, Monday to Friday
Salary:  Up to £28,000.00 per annum (not pro rata)
Contract:  Permanent | Term Time Only
Start:  November 2026
UK applicants only – no sponsorship available

About the Role

Are you passionate about helping young people thrive—socially, emotionally, and academically? At our school, we believe every student deserves the chance to shine, and as our Positive Behaviour Practitioner, you’ll be at the heart of making that happen.

About the Role

This is a dynamic and rewarding role where no two days are the same. You’ll work closely with our Senior Leadership Team, SENCO, and Family Support Officer to create and deliver positive behaviour strategies that empower both students and staff. From coaching colleagues in best practice to supporting students through challenging moments, you’ll help shape an environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and understood.

What You’ll Be Doing:

       Champion positive behaviour across the school, supporting staff to use consistent, nurturing approaches

       Work directly with students to help them build confidence, emotional regulation, and social skills

       Analyse behaviour patterns and use data to guide effective interventions

       Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and pastoral teams to create personalised support plans

       Celebrate progress, big and small, through rewards, recognition, and student-led initiatives Support the school’s mission to reduce exclusions and promote inclusion for all

       Build strong, trusting relationships with students, families, and colleagues

What We’re Looking For

       Someone with empathy, patience, and a genuine passion for supporting young people

       Experience working with children or young people with behavioural or emotional needs

       Confidence in leading by example and promoting restorative, positive approaches

       A great communicator who can collaborate across teams and inspire others

       A proactive problem-solver who brings energy and commitment to every day

       Someone with a full UK Driving Licence

This is your opportunity to make a real difference—to be the calm in the storm, the voice of encouragement, and the person who helps young people believe in what they can achieve.

About Us

Orchard Manor School, part of Options Autism, is a brand-new specialist school opening near King’s Lynn in Downham Market. The school will cater for up to 72 students aged 5 to 16 with a variety of complex needs, including Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC).

Orchard Manor is an independent specialist school where the curriculum is thoughtfully designed around the specific needs of autistic learners and those with related needs. Education is supported by a fully integrated on-site clinical team, ensuring a holistic, person-centred approach to learning and wellbeing.

At Orchard Manor, we are committed to creating a nurturing, inclusive environment where every student is supported to achieve their full potential.

At Outcomes First Schools, we provide specialist education for learners who need a deeper level of understanding, expertise and support than mainstream education can typically offer. We support students with a wide range of complex, co-occurring and neurodivergent needs, including autism, ADHD, SEMH, speech and communication needs, dyslexia and experiences of trauma or adversity.

We are proud to be a part of OFG Education who in 2025 were officially certified as a ‘Great Place to Work’ for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place students and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with options to increase contributions

“Your Wellbeing Matters” – mental health support and physical health checks

Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:

Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits

Hundreds of UK and international discounts

Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

OFG Education is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, OFG Education does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.

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