About This Role
Required for September 2025, we are seeking to appoint a Behaviour Administrator and Support Assistant to support our Behaviour and Pastoral Team. The successful candidate will provide a full administrative support service, including recording information relating to behaviour and enrichment in our information management system SIMS, as well as producing correspondence and being responsible for parent/carer communications in relation to the behaviour pathway.
The Behaviour Administrator will also support the administration and supervision of the Academy Inclusion room and provision. They will play a key role in ensuring staff are informed of any behaviour incidents in the Academy, ensuring a quick and efficient response to calls for behaviour support. The role will also involve supporting the behaviour of pupils by working effectively with other staff, families and carers to overcome behavioural obstacles to learning.
This is an interesting and varied role where no day is the same. We are looking for an individual who has strong administration skills, as well as excellent written and verbal communication skills. The successful candidate will be confident in dealing with people at all levels and be flexible in their approach.
The working pattern for this position is Monday to Thursday 8:00am – 4:00pm and Friday 8:00am – 3:30pm, working 39 weeks per annum (term time plus one week).
The Academy
Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a good school (OFSTED – December 2019), conveniently located close to the Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire & Lincolnshire borders, and benefits from excellent road and rail links.
The Academy is continuing to expand and due to its popularity and increasing student numbers, a new £6 million wing was opened in September 2018. This extension is an addition to the £20.6 million state-of-the-art building that was completed September 2012, giving every student the opportunity to learn in an exciting and inspiring environment at an Academy that has been recognised for its high standards of inclusion. The Academy has continued to build on the successes of the last few years and achieved strong results at GCSE & A-Level in the summer.
Why work for Ormiston? Work where it matters most, achieve what matters more
Our vision is for a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach – they are our greatest asset.
We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning.
Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest, to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.
Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…
- The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before – being part of one of the longest standing trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive
- Working for a trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children – a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve
- Being part of a team and community where you belong – being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities
- A supportive environment to grow your career – an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits
We Are Looking For An Individual Who
- Is an effective communicator both orally and in writing;
- Possesses excellent interpersonal skills and is able to relate well to young people;
- Possesses excellent Word processing skills and the ability to use spreadsheets (experience in the use of SIMs is desirable);
- Has excellent organisational skills, be able to work unsupervised and the ability to plan and prioritise their workload.
In Return We Can Offer
- An opportunity to join a well-established and supportive department at an Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork and support, where staff are committed to raising attainment.
- Development for staff through nationally recognised training courses.
- Access to a range of resources and opportunities through our Academy Trust.
- Local Government Pension Scheme.
- Access to a wide range of employee benefits.
- Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling services.
- Guidance, advice and support from both the department and senior leadership team who all want to make a positive difference to the education of all OBA students.
Closing date for receipt of applications: Midday – Sunday 29 June 2025. Please note that the Academy withholds the right to withdraw the advert at any time, or interview suitable candidates before the closing date.
Ormiston Bushfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered.
All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974 
