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Deer Park Secondary School

Internal Provision & Projects Coordinator

Closing date: 03/09/2024 at 12:00

Contract/Hours: Permanent , Full-time

Salary Type: Support Staff

Salary Details: Grade D – Step 1 FTE £25,628 Actual Annual Salary in the range of £20,791.80

Hours of Work: 35 hours per week, 8.30am – 4.00pm Monday – Friday, term time only (39 weeks)

Location of Role: Deer Park Secondary School

Contact e-mail address: [email protected]

Job/Person Summary

Deer Park School is a new state of the art seven-form secondary school which opened in September 2021. At present there are just under 500 students on roll across Yr7, 8 & 9.  We are part of the RAISE Education Trust which comprises of Deer Park Secondary School, Wildern Secondary School and Boorley Park Primary School.  We will have a PAN of 1050 when full. 

As we embark on our next phase of growth we are seeking to appoint new members to our team to support us on our journey to excellence. We strive to provide an exceptional educational experience for every student. Our values and culture of ambition, excellence, kindness, inclusion and community underpin this vision.

We are looking for a passionate and experienced Internal Provision and Projects Coordinator to join our team and lead an innovative initiative aimed at re-engaging disengaged students.

About the Role:

In this role, you will play a pivotal part in creating a more inclusive and supportive school environment for students who are currently disengaged from their education. You will manage a dedicated project focused on improving student attendance, behaviour, and academic achievement. You will also work collaboratively with school staff to develop and implement long-term strategies to foster a culture of belonging and inclusion for all students.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of a project plan to re-engage disaffected students, including:
• Identifying and addressing the root causes of student disaffection.
• Developing and delivering targeted interventions and support programs.
• Monitoring student progress and measuring the impact of the project.
• Collaborate with teachers, pastoral staff, and external agencies to provide holistic support for disengaged students.
• Build strong relationships with students, fostering trust and open communication.
• Advocate for the needs of disaffected students within the school community.
• Support the development and delivery of training sessions for school staff on best practices for working with disengaged students and creating a more inclusive learning environment.
• With the Senior Team, monitor and evaluate the school's overall inclusion strategy, recommending and implementing improvements.
• Compile and analyse data to track student progress and the effectiveness of interventions.
• Prepare reports for senior leadership on the project's progress and impact.

Person Specification:

• Creativity and an enthusiasm to work with disengaged students in an educational setting.
• A passion for inclusion and a strong commitment to social justice.
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to plan, implement, and monitor progress.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport with students, staff, and parents.
• Data analysis skills and the ability to interpret and use data to inform decision-making.
• The ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and the ability to prioritise workload effectively.

We will ensure that the successful candidate has:

• Comprehensive induction including a dedicated mentor.
• Continuous professional learning, development and improvement.
• The opportunity to contribute to raising standards for all our students.

Benefits of working for our Trust include:

• Exceptional team environment where all staff are valued.
• Excellent Continuing Professional Development with high quality CPD programs.
• Many opportunities for career progression.
• Extensive department resources and facilities.
• A tax efficient Cycle-to-Work scheme through salary sacrifice.
• Staff membership rates to our modern Leisure Centre at Wildern School.
• Enrolment in one of the UK’s Largest public sector pension schemes

Application Procedure

To apply for this vacancy please visit: https://mynewterm.com/jobs/143698/EDV-2024-DPS-13437

If you currently work in a school, please ensure one of your references is from your current Headteacher.

Please submit your application as soon as possible as we may invite candidates to interview before the closing date. Closing Date: Midday, Tuesday 03rd September 2024.

Disclaimer: due to the high volume of applications we receive, we reserve the right to close a vacancy earlier than the advertised date if we receive applications that meet the criteria. Once a vacancy has closed, we are unable to consider further applications, so please submit your application as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.