Operational Behaviour Manager (East Sussex Academy)
Job Description
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 protected]
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 protected]
For an informal conversation about the role, please contact ESA Headteacher, Guy Walsh: [email protected]