Behaviour Outreach Practitioner

Salary: Band C, point 13 - 19

(£22,412.59 - £25,691.30 actual salary per annum)

 33 hours and 45 minutes per week

8.30am – 3.45pm Monday – Friday

(30-minute unpaid lunch break)

 37 weeks of the year – term time only

Start Date: September 2026

Fixed until 31^st August 2027

We are looking for a compassionate and proactive Behaviour Outreach Practitioner to join our pastoral team at Thameside Primary School and to work across Thurrock primary schools on a 1‑year fixed contract. The role focuses on supporting individuals with emotional, social, or behavioural needs, helping them develop positive strategies that enable them to thrive at school, at home, and in the community. This is a rewarding opportunity to make a real difference through evidence‑informed interventions and early support.

 As this role supports SEND provision across Thurrock primary schools, you will be part of a nurturing and inclusive Trust with a strong commitment to improving outcomes for all children. We are a forward‑thinking organisation that champions high‑quality, consistent SEND support across all our schools.

 As a Behaviour Outreach Practitioner, you will:

• Provide tailored behavioural support to individuals with complex needs, including those with autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, or mental health challenges
• Work directly with pupils displaying challenging behaviour to help remove barriers to learning
• Support individuals to develop life skills, manage emotions, and increase independence and social inclusion.
• Conduct functional behaviour assessments and contribute to the development of positive behaviour support plans.
• Offer strategies to promote positive behaviour and emotional regulation
• Support class teams and leadership in developing consistent, whole-school approaches
• Work in partnership with families, schools, and other agencies to implement and monitor behaviour strategies.
• Play a key role in promoting inclusion and positive outcomes for all pupils
• Maintain accurate and confidential records of sessions, reports and outcomes using appropriate documentation systems in a timely manner
• Participate in regular supervision, reflective practice, and ongoing training to maintain and develop skills.
• Promote safeguarding and uphold the dignity, rights, and well-being of all individuals supported.
• This role is ideal for someone with experience in behaviour management, social and emotional learning, or a background in education, youth work, social care, or mental health support.

We are looking for someone with:

• Experience working with individuals with behavioural, emotional, or social difficulties.
• Knowledge of positive behaviour support, trauma-informed approaches, or other relevant frameworks.
• The ability to assess needs and develop person-centred behaviour strategies.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport.
• Calmness, patient, and resilience under pressure
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A passion for inclusive education and supporting all learners
• An ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Relevant qualifications or training in behaviour support, de-escalation strategies, or therapeutic approaches (e.g. Team Teach, Trauma-Informed Practice) – desirable but not essential
• A full clean driving license and has access to a vehicle. (Essential) 

Thameside Primary School is a member of the Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust. The Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is a Multi-Academy Trust, with twelve member schools within Essex. All schools in the Trust work in equal partnership and are members of the schools’ Co-operative Society. Our Co-operative Values focus on enabling all students to achieve their potential both academically and as young people. 

 What we can offer you:

•  2 week October half term
• Support from highly experienced SLT members, and the wider trust network and collaboration with our other schools 
• Support network for all staff including managing workloads and work-life balance  
• Career progression throughout the Trust, with the ability to progress in other schools 
• Recognition of continuous service  
• Excellent CPD opportunities through the school and the trust  
• Fully Subsided Employee Assistance Programme   
• Excellent behaviour management policy to support all staff 
• National Conditions of Service 
• Automatic enrolment into the National Teachers Pension Scheme 

 If you feel you could make a positive contribution to the school, and you have the passion, drive and commitment to work with us to make all aspects of our school outstanding, please apply now or you can request a visit of the school.  For more information speak to Ayshen Uluhan hr@osborne.coop or call 01375 648944.

Thameside Primary School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. In compliance with safer recruitment procedures and guidelines, all applications must be made on our formal application form, CVs will not be accepted. This appointment will be subject to pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS disclosure and satisfactory references. Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is an equal opportunities employer. As a Trust, we recognise the value of, and seek to achieve a diverse workforce. We welcome applications from all backgrounds. Please refer to our recruitment & selection policy statement (www.osborne.coop/working-with-us) for more information.  

If you would like to be considered for this post, application forms are available via our website Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust

 Closing date:                      Wednesday 17^th June 2026 - Midday

 Interview date:                 Monday 22^nd June 2026

 Please note: we may hold interviews as and when applications are received, and we reserve the right to offer to a candidate prior to the closing date. With this in mind, we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

 Osborne Co-operative Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment.  This post will be subject to an enhanced disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service.