For September 2026, Bedford School seeks to appoint a Learning Behaviours Co-ordinator, to co-ordinate the school’s approach to supporting boys’ independent learning by providing appropriate structures, scaffolds and support to ensure all boys (including those with individual needs) exhibit the best learning behaviours whilst studying independently.

Reporting directly to the Director of Academic Support.  The postholder will also directly support the Academic Support team, helping to advocate for boys through both effective administrative support (surrounding areas such as access arrangements) and through individual meetings to capture pupil voice that will support effective teaching and learning.

Based in our outstanding library, they will provide a consistent presence to supervise independent study, building strong relationships with our boys. The postholder should be keen to get to know our pupils as individuals to help motivate and get the very best from them.

The role would suit a person with an interest in mentoring and developing young people, with excellent administrative and interpersonal skills.

This post could be an exciting new challenge for an experienced education professional, or it could be a first step for a graduate with a demonstrable interest in education. Every year, Bedford welcomes colleagues from a range of backgrounds, including from the state sector, and we actively encourage applicants who will diversify the experience of our existing team.

Bedford School has outstanding and well-established in-school support available for recent graduates who wish to train as a teacher.

The selection process will involve a small group discussion with pupils, a tour of the school and interviews. The Deputy Head (Academic), Will Montgomery, would be happy to talk to prospective applicants and can be contacted through the main school reception on 01234 362200 or by email gelsby@bedfordschool.org.uk.

Salary:  Actual prorate salary range £18,500 to £20,500 (FTE £27,340)

Working hours: Working 36 hours per week, term time only, working pattern to be discussed at interview.

Closing date: Monday 6^th July 2026  at 9:00 am

Interview date: Thursday 9^th July 2026

Suitable candidates may be interviewed before the closing date, and Bedford School reserves the right to withdraw the position if an early appointment is made. Applicants are therefore encouraged to apply early.

A commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children is essential, as is a willingness to engage fully in the school’s professional development opportunities.

The School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Applicants will be required to undergo child protection screening appropriate to the post, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).  The School may carry out online searches on shortlisted applicants. The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.  The School is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions on a self-declaration form in advance of attending an interview (including those which are “spent” unless they are “protected” under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

Bedford School is part of The Harpur Trust.