An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Higher Level Behaviour and Learning Practitioner (HLBLP) at Bradford Alternative Provision Academy. We have 5 sites within Bradford and this position will be initially based at our Cityview site in BD4. 

The successful candidate will work directly with pupils who face challenges with social, emotional and mental health (SEMH) needs, providing proactive behaviour and learning support. They will work both in and out of the classroom to mentor pupils, deliver small-group and 1:1 interventions, and support the wider school staff in creating a positive and nurturing environment for all learners.

We are particularly looking for a candidate who has a strong pastoral mindset and the ability to build and sustain positive relationships with our students in order to achieve the best possible outcomes. The successful candidate would benefit from working within a supportive team of colleagues. 

Bradford Alternative Provision Academy is part of Exceed Academies Trust, which currently consists of fourteen academies; ten primary schools, an all-through primary-to-secondary academy, two alternative provision academies (Primary and Secondary), and a specialist setting for children/young people who suffer from social, emotional and mental health difficulties.  The Trust has an excellent reputation within Bradford and beyond, and an outstanding track record of supporting staff in developing their careers through specialist training lead by the Exceed Teaching School Hub and our Outstanding SCITT.

If you'd like to know more about our school, please visit our website at Bradford AP Academy - Home.

The successful candidate will:

• Support pupils with SEMH needs to engage in learning and develop positive behaviour strategies
• Work closely with teaching staff to support classroom behaviour and learning strategies
• Contribute to behaviour plans, risk assessments and pupil reviews
• Hold a relevant Level 4 qualification or equivalent experience in education, youth work or behaviour support
• Be confident in de-escalation techniques and positive behaviour approaches (e.g. Team Teach)
• Be highly organised and able to manage records, interventions and pupil progress tracking

We can offer:

• Children who are enthusiastic to learn
• Supportive Trust central team, school leadership, governors, staff and parents
• Fantastic outdoor facilities
• Opportunities for further development and training
• A healthy work-life balance
• Free access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Free, on-site parking
• Excellent employer pension contribution scheme

We would warmly encourage any interested candidates to visit our school setting.  In order to do so, please contact Destine Alexis on 01274 518931 to make the necessary arrangements. 

Exceed Academies Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates will be subject to related online content checks, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education 2025.  All appointments are subject to an enhanced DBS check as well as successful completion of a probationary period.

 Exceed Academies Trust strives to be an employer of choice.  We are an inclusive and diverse multi academy trust and ultimately, our aim is to employ a workforce that reflects the communities it serves.  We are committed to achieving a balanced workforce at all levels, whilst ensuring that no individual is disadvantaged or treated less favourably.  We welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds, faiths and ethnicities and will ensure a fair recruitment process without discrimination, in compliance with the Equality Act 2010.

Exceed Academies Trust recognises and promotes the positive use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in certain situations.  We would encourage any job applicants, who choose to utilise AI when completing a vacancy application, to thoroughly check the data prior to submission, to ensure it is accurate, factual and demonstrable.  Candidate suitability will be assessed at interview, however the recruitment process will reference information contained within the candidate’s application form.  Any information contained within application form which is found to be factually inaccurate, may result in a conditional offer of employment being withdrawn.