Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator in Rainbow Base, Resource Provision

Required from September 2024

Education, Health and Care Co-Ordinator in Rainbow Base, Resource Provision

SO1 (SCP 23-25) £33,366 - £35,235

Actual Salary £28,824 - £30,439

Contract: 37 Hours Per Week, Term Time Only + 5 Days

Due to the exciting growth of our specialist provisions within The GORSE Academies Trust, which has seen Rainbow Base expand from 22 to 52 places over the last five years, we are seeking to appoint an exceptional colleague for Rainbow Base, who has an outstanding record of achievement and is committed to the success of this Resource Provision.

We are a provision which currently caters for the needs of 52 pupils with complex communication needs and/or autism. We are passionate about providing the best for our pupils and their families. We are seeking to appoint an individual who can continue to build on the outstanding practice currently in place for our wonderful children.

Richmond Hill Academy is now a 'good' school with many areas of our work graded 'outstanding' by Ofsted. The transformation of our school has been possible due to the remarkable skill and commitment of our staff members and the support of our whole community.  

Richmond Hill Academy is a school where "staff are happy and feel listened to and well trained”. As one teacher said, ‘I walk out of school happy every day.’

We are seeking to appoint an exceptional colleague who is passionate about making a difference to the lives of both our children and their families. This colleague will manage and lead on the review of our growing number of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s), in addition to actively supporting with the co-ordination of our families wider needs, such as attendance, safeguarding and family support.    

You will be an outstanding practitioner who: 

·      ensures the appropriate setting and reviewing of support targets included in EHCPs. 

·      is able to lead on timely review meetings, including collating/distributing reports and leading the meetings in accordance with Local Authority guidance. 

·      will ensure all statutory requirements, and internal academy requirements, regarding pupil’s individual paperwork is up to date and accurately reflects the child and their needs. 

·      will log consultations on receipt and ensure timely responses are issued to the local authority, working alongside the Director of Specialist Provision to ensure that placements are appropriate. 

·      forms positive relationships with families which allow for appropriate challenge and support for all, therefore cultivating positive outcomes for pupils.   

·      desires a leading role in the creation of innovative and exciting approaches to parent and family support. 

·      is able to maintain strategic oversight of our family support offer to all.  

The successful candidate will also have the following experience and attributes: 

·      Experience of working with children and families whose lives are affected by Autism Spectrum Disorder, complex language and communication needs and/or other complex specialist educational needs. 

·      A proven track record of excellence with regards to high quality Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCP’s). 

·      Passion for supporting parents and carers and knowledge of external supports to signpost them to. 

Do you want to be part of our team and make a real difference to the lives of children in Leeds? 

If you feel that you have the necessary experience, skills and abilities, we look forward to hearing from you. 

For more information, or to organise a visit to the school, please email Rachael Law, Director of Specialist Provision: rachael.law@tgat.org.uk

An Application Pack (including Job Description and Person Specification) is available to download from The GORSE Academies Trust website (www.tgat.org.uk/jobs). All applications should be returned to

recruitment@tgat.org.uk

Please note if you submit an electronic application, we will not require a hard copy. CV’s are not accepted.

Closing date:                                               Friday 19 July 2024 (noon)

Applications should be returned to:           recruitment@richmondhill.leeds.sch.uk

Interviews:                                                   TBC

We are committed to safeguarding the welfare of children and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to full employment checks, including an enhanced DBS disclosure and barring service check. We promote diversity and aim to establish a workforce that reflects the population of Leeds.

Employment is conditional on confirmation of the right to work in the UK – either as a UK or Irish citizen, under the EU Settlement scheme or having secured any other relevant work visa. If you do not have the right to work in the UK and the role does not meet eligibility for sponsorship, please consider carefully whether you meet the eligibility to apply for this position.