Active Citizenship Lead

Post Title:                           Active Citizenship Lead

Salary/Grade:                   Grade 4 points 23 – 31. £32,076 - £39,186 FTE

3 days a week will be £16,901 - £20,647 and 4 days a week is £22,534 - £27,529

Contract Type:                  3 or 4 days per week (dependent on candidate) Term Time Only

Contract Term:                  Permanent

Contract Start Date:           September 2024

We are looking to recruit an inspiring, enthusiastic, dedicated and creative person in the role of Active Citizenship. All of our students spend at least half a day off site each week enjoying experiences they may not otherwise have chance to do, such as canoeing, skiing or even feeding the ducks in the park! This position will involve supporting and developing aspects of the Active Citizenship curriculum.

We aim to encourage young people of all abilities to take part in Active Citizenship irrespective of their background or ability, to make a difference to their lives.

As part of the role you would plan activities, complete all risk management and manage groups of students off site ensuring safeguarding guidance is followed at all times.

Many students might have a range of needs including social and emotional difficulties which can often impact upon their learning. Consequently, the ability to engage with challenging and vulnerable learners is an essential part of this job. Our mission is to ensure that each young person leaves REACH on the correct pathway to be able to fulfil their best educational outcomes and life chances.

Our perfect candidate will:

·               Be a consistently good to outstanding practitioner

·               Be able to motivate, challenge and inspire students to achieve their best

·               Be able to establish and develop outstanding relationships with students and staff

·               Contribute to our core vision and values

·               Be able to work independently and as part of a strong and cohesive team

Together we form a friendly and dedicated community. We pride ourselves on being a welcoming team that provide an inclusive and supportive environment for our students and staff alike. All staff take an active role in supporting our students whilst onsite and developing relationships and support networks.

REACH School is based on Kings Heath High Street in Birmingham, with a private car park. We have a gym onsite that staff are welcome to use outside of school hours.