Vacancy: Alternative Provision Coordinator. Applicant Information Pack

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1 Vacancy: lternative Provision Coordinator pplicant Information Pack

2 Welcome Thank you for your interest in this vacancy at North Huddersfield Trust School. We hope that you find the information within this pack useful and that it helps you to build a good picture of the exciting opportunities at the school. North Huddersfield Trust School opened in September 2011 and as a Trust school, we are very lucky to have the support of an excellent group of Trust partners, which provides fantastic support and advocacy for the school and has been fundamental to our early success. s a relatively new school, we have achieved so much in a short space of time. very positive ethos has been created and this will hopefully be the basis of our success in years to come. The school aspires to be the school of first choice for local families and growing student numbers reflect excellent progress towards this goal. We have set ourselves challenging but achievable long term targets across all aspects of the school and are on track with virtually all aspects of this, achieved in no small way through the hard work and determination of the staff group. Pupils, parents and the wider community have bought into the vision and the plans and there is a cohesive feel to the work of the school. There is also no doubt that much work remains to be done. Whilst we are aware of the fantastic progress we have made, we need to be realistic and in the harsh world of Ofsted, we know that they would currently see our school as one that needs to improve. However, this does not daunt us, as we have a clear plan for improvement and we acknowledge that we are not yet where we want to be. There is a whole range of challenges ahead, but with challenges come opportunities and excitement. Thank you again for taking in interest in North Huddersfield Trust School and we look forward to hearing from you. ndy Williams Executive Head Teacher Loz Wilson Head Teacher 2

3 Vacancy Details lternative Provision Coordinator North Huddersfield Trust School was opened in 2011 with a lead educational Trust partner of Holmfirth High School and the two schools work in close partnership. This new role is based primarily at North Huddersfield Trust School but with responsibilities extending to Holmfirth High. North Huddersfield Trust School is a rapidly improving school. ccording to Ofsted in March 2015 There is very much a sense of team in the school. Staff are justifiably proud of what they have achieved, with the school moving from strength to strength With a rising student roll, we play an integral part in our local community and are proud to have a professional, dedicated and supportive staff group that is committed to ensuring that the school succeeds in its journey to become outstanding. The lternative Provision Coordinator will develop, manage, help to deliver and quality assure an alternative programme for targeted groups of vulnerable young people from both schools for whom the standard school curriculum is not, or is unlikely to be, successful. The Coordinator will work directly with the line manager to ensure a suitable, appropriately resourced curriculum is in place that delivers opportunities for good progress, high standards and strong accreditation routes for all learners. 37 hours per week Term time plus 2 weeks Salary range: Grade 8 22,667-24,184 (FTE) Closing date: Midday Thursday July 9th 2015 Interviews: Week commencing Monday July 13 th 2015 Start date: 1st September 2015 Further information and application packs are available from the school website or by contacting our office team. Completed application forms should be returned for the attention of Mrs Nora Brown, Operations Manager at nbrown@nhtschool.co.uk or by post to the school address by the closing date. It is our policy to only contact applicants if they have been selected for interview. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. n enhanced DBS is required for successful candidates. Woodhouse Hall Road, Huddersfield, West Yorkshire, HD2 1DJ

4 Job Description POST TITLE: lternative Provision Coordinator SLRY SCLE: Grade 8 22,667-24,184 (FTE) PURPOSE OF THE POST To develop, coordinate, help deliver and quality assure an alternative curriculum for a targeted group of vulnerable young people from North Huddersfield Trust School and Holmfirth High School, for whom the standard school curriculum is not, or is unlikely to be, successful. To work directly with the line manager to ensure a suitable, appropriately resourced curriculum is in place that delivers opportunities for good progress, high standards and strong accreditation routes for all learners where appropriate. To lead on all forms of assessment, recording and reporting. To work closely with the relevant staff in setting the vision, standards and culture for alternative provision and to ensure that these qualities permeate both schools. DUTIES ND RESPONSIBILITIES Operational 1. Development, management and oversight of all aspects of alternative provision (both strategic and operational), ensuring the programme meets the needs of individual students and incorporating personnel management where appropriate. 2. Work closely with session delivers to ensure appropriate timetabling, range of lessons and quality of provision. 3. Directly provide alternative provision lessons as agreed with the line manager. 4. Quality assurance of all aspects of the programme. 5. With direct support from the line manager, take responsibility for the outcomes of the alternative provision programme. 6. The management of the alternative provision budget. 7. Monitor the progress of all students through data collection, analysis and evaluation, adapting the programme as necessary to maximise the learning potential of students. 8. Liaise with key stakeholders, including partner schools, parents and carers, providers, workplace contacts and support agencies. 9. Work independently and with colleagues to research, develop and share resources as part of the program s continual improvement cycle 4

5 10. Effective management of the behaviour of students in order to help prevent exclusion and disaffection from alternative provision, including pro-active monitoring of attendance. 11. ccurate recording and timely communication of data for senior leaders. 12. Monitor and review provision at alternative sites and work experience placements to ensure that standards are consistently high. 13. To follow systems from both schools in reporting to parents/carers. 14. Ensure policies for safeguarding and health and safety are implemented in line with both schools and any external providers. 15. Promote North Huddersfield Trust and Holmfirth High schools visions, beliefs and values to all pupils, parents, staff and the wider community. Personal Development 1. ctively engage with a full range of CPD opportunities, including those available regionally and nationally, particularly in relation to alternative provision development, the education of vulnerable children and the development of personal leadership qualities. 2. Regular reflection on personal practice, including the setting of personal development targets. 3. Participation in school INSET days, both as a participant and contributor. 4. Participating in collaborative work and the sharing of best practice. Line Management Meet regularly with the line manager to ensure clarity of understanding of a range of issues. General To support the general life and ethos of both schools by contributing in any other way which is appropriate and to carry out other duties to the level expected relating to the efficient organisation of the school. To undertake such other duties and responsibilities of an equivalent nature, as may be determined and negotiated by the Head teacher from time to time. The post holder s duties must at all times be carried out in compliance with the school s Equal Opportunities and Race Equality Policy and other policies designed to protect employees or service users from harassment. To take reasonable care of the health and safety of self, other persons and resources whilst at work, co-operating with management as far as necessary to 5

6 enable responsibilities under the Health and Safety at Work ct to be performed and to follow the school s Health and Safety Policy. It is the duty of the post holder not to act in a prejudicial or discriminating manner towards colleagues or employees of the service. The post holder should also counteract such practice or behaviour by challenging it or reporting it to senior management. It is the duty of the post holder not to act in a prejudicial or discriminating, manner towards colleagues or employees of the service. The post holder should also counteract such practice or behaviour by challenging it or reporting it to senior management 6

7 NORTH HUDDERSFIELD TRUST SCHOOL ND HOLMFIRTH HIGH SCHOOL Person Specification lternative Provision Coordinator TTRIBUTES RELEVNT CRITERI HOW IDENTIFIED RNK Relevant Experience To have successful worked with young people across the age and ability range. pplication Form/References To have experience of successfully working with young people with social, emotional and behavioural difficulties. Reference/Selection Process To have knowledge or experience of a range of alternative curriculum opportunities. pplication form Education nd Training Relevant qualifications in this field of work would be desirable but successful experience and knowledge will be taken into consideration. pplication Form B Special Knowledge nd Skills To be able to develop and deliver an engaging alternative curriculum for vulnerable, disengaged or young people with social, emotional and behaviour difficulties. pplication Form/Selection process To be able build and maintain positive working relationship with young people and their families/carers. pplication Form/References To be familiar with the National Curriculum including current assessment procedures pplication Form/Selection process B bility to contribute to extra-curricular activities and school life across both schools. pplication Form/Selection process B Have excellent organisational skills. pplication Form/Selection process

8 ny dditional Factors Professional and well presented Commitment to equal opportunities, ability, race, gender, health & safety. Selection Process pplication form/interview Evidence of ability to prepare and record thoroughly pplication Form/Selection Process bility to communicate and display empathy towards and understanding of young people through the building of positive relationships bility to work in a team situation Section Process/References Selection Process/References bility to take the initiative and to partake fully in the work of both schools. Selection Process Keen to learn new skills pplication Form/Selection Process The interview panel will assess each candidate against the following criteria, expecting candidates to demonstrate knowledge and understanding of each area and showing evidence of having applied, or an awareness of how to apply, this knowledge and understanding in the context of our school. Key to rankings - Essential B Desirable References will also be used to assess the ability of candidates against these criteria The Governing Body and the Trustees of North Huddersfield Trust School are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young persons. The Head teacher must ensure that the highest priority is given to following guidance and regulations to safeguard children and young people. The successful candidate will be required to undergo an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (previously the Criminal Records Bureau).

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