Behaviour Support Coordinator (Ysgol Cambrian)

Salary: Grade 7 (£31,022 and Special Class Allowance £1,539 x 77.15%)

Behaviour Support Coordinator (Ysgol Cambrian)

Ysgol Cambrian

Cambrian Park

Clydach Vale

Tonypandy

CF40 2XX

Email: clarkn51@hwbcymru.net

Head of School: Nicola Clark

NOR: 176

Age Range 3-19 years

Behaviour Support Coordinator

32.5 hours per week (Term Time only)

Salary Grade 7 (£31,022 and Special Class Allowance £1,539 x 77.15%)

Start Date 1 st September 2026

The Governing Body are seeking to appoint a forward‑thinking and enthusiastic individual to this new role, which will further enhance our behaviour and wellbeing provision across the school. The Behaviour Support Coordinator will have an understanding of, and enthusiasm for, creating opportunities for all pupils to achieve their potential, whatever their individual needs, through the development of positive behaviour strategies, proactive support plans and a nurturing, relationship‑based approach.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to supporting pupils with a wide range of additional learning needs (ALN), including those who may experience emotional regulation difficulties, sensory needs or behaviours that challenge. They will bring a strong understanding of Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) and trauma‑informed approaches, using these to promote safety, connection and consistency across the school. Strong communication skills, a calm and reflective approach, and the ability to work collaboratively with staff, families and external agencies are essential.

Experience of working with pupils who have additional learning needs (ALN) is essential.

If you require any further information about this role, please contact the Head of School, Mrs Nicola Clark (clarkn51@hwbcymru.net), as part of your application.

Please note to apply for this position you are required to complete the online application form on the Schools Recruitment Website. If you do not complete the online application, you will not be considered as having applied for the post.

The closing date for applications is Friday 3 rd April 2026 at 12.00 midnight

Interviews will be held on Friday 1 st May 2026

PROTECTING CHILDREN AND ADULTS AT RISK IS A CORE RESPONSIBILITY FOR THE SCHOOL AND COUNCIL. IN ADDITION TO THIS SAFEGUARDING RESPONSIBILITY, THE SUCCESSFUL APPLICANT FOR THE ROLE WILL ALSO BE SUBJECT TO AN ENHANCED DISCLOSURE AND BARRING SERVICE CHECK.

The Council and School values diversity in its workforce. We are committed to ensuring that no unlawful discrimination occurs in the recruitment and selection process on the grounds of age, sex, race, disability, sexual orientation, transgender, including those with non‑binary identities, religion or belief or pregnancy and maternity. We offer a number of staff networks for employees including the Allies Network, a Disability and Carers Network and Perthyn our LGBTQ+ Network.

An application submitted for this post in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than an application made in English.