Alternative Provision Coordinator Lead

Thomas Middlecott Academy is now recruiting an Alternative Provision Coordinator Lead- this post could be your next career opportunity!

If you are ambitious, inspirational, creative, open-minded, and want to be part of our success then we want to hear from you.

Providing our young people access to a world-class education and enrichment experiences is what drives us. Our students benefit from a wealth of opportunities to develop, learn and lead. From the classroom, to cultural visits, sports, music and arts and engaging with our local communities, the rich and varied experiences we create help fuel ambition and unlock potential. The education and experiences equips our young people with the leadership skills, team spirit, resilience and confidence to become outstanding citizens.

We work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the Trust’s vision, to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

About the role

Permanent, Full Time - Term Time, 37 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

• To ensure high levels of student attendance, punctuality and behaviour;
• To work closely with students, teachers and parents and other support staff as well as outside agencies to ensure that students flourish within the MAP provision at Thomas Middlecott Academy and thereby achieve their potential;
• To work with individual students, using a range of strategies, to ensure that they achieves personal goals;
• To provide support to address the personal, social, and educational needs of students who are underachieving, misbehaving, or in need of behaviour intervention;
• To provide support for students at risk of permanent exclusion; and for students who have been permanently excluded;
• To manage Pastoral Support Plans and student case studies for identified students and provide data where required to senior staff;
• To undertake work/care/support programmes to enable access to learning for students and to assist the teacher in the behaviour management of students and the classroom;
• To strategically plan, deliver and manage intervention programmes & KS3/KS4 Lessons, to support students and families
• To assist with the development and implementation of appropriate behaviour management strategies;
• To promote the inclusion and acceptance of all students;
• To motivate students, to promote and reinforce self-esteem.

About our Academy

Here at Thomas Middlecott Academy, we pursue excellence for our students in all areas of school life and are driven by our four values: ambition, aspirations, courage, and respect.

We believe that all students have an entitlement to an ambitious academic curriculum, which places value on the acquisition of powerful knowledge.

At Thomas Middlecott Academy we have high expectations for everyone. Our warm: strict approach to culture means that staff and students can develop positive relationships in an environment that is underpinned by mutual respect. This not only ensures our classrooms are places of learning, but also enables our students to develop effective habits of success so that they can fulfil any personal or professional aspiration they may have beyond Year 11.

Salary & Benefits

• NJC 21 FTE £32,115 per annum, £28,209.12 pro rata per annum
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme
• Regional networks of Trust colleagues and access to key leaders in Education
• Commitment to employee Health and Wellbeing including dedicated Employee Assistance Programme
• Awards and Recognition Scheme
• Flexible working patterns
• Benefits Platform

Who we are looking for:

• Level 2 (or equivalent) in Mathematics and English.
• Proven experience of working with children with challenging behaviour and learning difficulties – desirable.
• Qualification in related area [Classroom Support; Social Work; Police; Health Service; Counselling; Mentoring] – Desirable.
• A basic understanding of the education system and a willingness to learn.
• Good communication skills, both written and oral.
• An understanding of the structure and operation of an Academy environment and an appreciation of how this role will enhance support mechanisms for students.
• Committed to promoting the welfare of all children and creating a safe environment in which children can learn; considering, at all times, what is in the best interests of the child.
• Knowledge and experience of techniques related to raising self-esteem/modifying behaviour/target setting/monitoring progress/conflict resolution - with students/young adults and parents.

About The David Ross Education Trust

The David Ross Education Trust mission is to give every child attending one of our schools a world-class education.

Broadening the horizons of young people by inspiring students to become their confident, academic best via an education that creates academically gifted, confident, well-rounded young people in the classroom, in the workplace and in their communities.

Whatever your role you will contribute towards creating a rich and exciting learning environment that also offers our students an unrivalled package of sporting and cultural enrichment.

Our aim is to be the country’s top-performing Multi-Academy Trust (MAT). Recognised as a nationwide system leader, the Trust runs 35 schools between London and Yorkshire, ranging from small rural primaries to much larger secondary schools in urban areas. We have an all through school in London based on the Olympic Park as well as a special school in Lincolnshire which caters for pupils aged 2-19 who have a diverse range of special educational needs.

We are incredibly lucky to be able to work alongside outstanding organisations and individuals who are happy to share their expertise and skills in supporting the David Ross Foundation's vision to give children better life chances through access to the best education and support we can give them.

Apply now

To complete our on-line application form, please click "here".

Early applications are advised. We receive high numbers of applications for our roles and therefore have to close the vacancy prior to the closing date in order to review candidates' details against our job criteria before shortlisting or re-opening the vacancy.

The David Ross Education Trust is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff.

It is our objective to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities and potential. We do not discriminate against any applicants on the basis of any protected characteristics.

The David Ross Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and applicants must be willing to undergo vetting appropriate to the post, including a social media presence check and Enhanced DBS check. The successful applicant will be expected to adhere to all safeguarding, welfare and health and safety policies and procedures of the Trust.

All pre-employment checks are in line with "Keeping Children Safe in Education" statutory guidance.