Alternative Provision Coordinator

Ormiston Academies Trust; Peterborough; In loco; GBP 26.000 - 34.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Local Government Pension Scheme

Health and well-being programmes

Professional development opportunities

Descrizione del lavoro

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is seeking an Alternative Provision Coordinator to organise and administer provision across the Academy and support attendance functions. The role involves liaising with external providers and agencies and conducting quality assurance visits to ensure placements meet required standards.

This evolving role offers a Monday-Thursday 8:00am-4:00pm and Friday 8:00am-3:30pm pattern, term-time plus one week, with potential for part-time arrangements for suitably qualified

Competenze

• Excellent IT competence including Word, Outlook and Excel.
• Strong written and oral communication with attention to detail.
• Positive, enthusiastic and adaptable attitude.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work in a team.
• Excellent organisational skills and workload management.
• Ability to relate well to young people and support classroom targets.
• Flexibility in approach to evolving needs of the role.

Mansioni

• Organise, coordinate and administer alternative provision across the Academy.
• Support attendance function as required by the Academy.
• Liaise with external providers and agencies for placements.
• Conduct quality assurance visits to ensure suitability and effectiveness.

Conoscenze

IT Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Organisation

Youth Engagement

Flexibility

Formazione

Relevant education or experience

Strumenti

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

Work Where It Matters Most, Achieve What Matters More

Be part of a team where passion meets purpose, as we work together where the challenge is greatest to change the lives and build the futures of children and young people.

Here at Ormiston Bushfield Academy, we are seeking to appoint an Alternative Provision Coordinator. The successful candidate will be responsible for the organisation, coordination and administration of alternative provision across the Academy, as well as supporting where required with the Academy’s attendance function.

This is an exciting and dynamic role, where every day is different. The role would suit an individual who has a positive attitude and the ability to embrace change. The role will involve working with stakeholders at all levels, including external alternative provision providers and agencies, completing quality assurance visits to ensure suitability and effectiveness of placements.

This is an evolving role and as the needs of the Academy and its students continues to grow and evolve, the responsibilities and scope of this role are likely to develop over time, so flexibility and a willingness to adapt will be key. The successful candidate will play an important role in the further development of alternative provision within the Academy.

We are seeking to appoint a full-time post holder for this position, where the working pattern would be Monday to Thursday 8:00am - 4:00pm and Friday 8:00am - 3:30pm, working term-time plus one week (39 working weeks per year). We are, however, open to discussing part-time working arrangements with suitably qualified candidates who can demonstrate how they would meet the requirements of the role.

Please see the attached job description and person specification for more information.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a high level of IT competence, including the use of Microsoft programmes e.g. Word/Outlook/Excel.
• Has excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail.
• Is positive and enthusiastic.
• Has strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work as part of a team.
• Has strong organisational skills and is able to manage their own workload.
• Is able to relate well to young people.
• Is flexible in their approach to the requirements of the post.

The Academy

Ormiston Bushfield Academy is a good school, conveniently located close to the Cambridgeshire, Northamptonshire & Lincolnshire borders, and benefits from excellent road and rail links.

The Academy is continuing to expand and due to its popularity and increasing student numbers, a new £6 million wing was opened in September 2018. This extension is an addition to the £20.6 million state-of-the-art building that was completed September 2012, giving every student the opportunity to learn in an exciting and inspiring environment at an Academy that has been recognised for its high standards of inclusion. The Academy has continued to build on the successes of the last few years and achieved strong results at GCSE & A-Level in the summer.

Why work for Ormiston?

Our vision is to create a school system where every child thrives, regardless of background. Our people are at the heart of our approach - they are our greatest asset.

We exist to provide the best learning opportunities every day, in every school for every child. It is the people and teams in our Trust who make this a reality and ensure we have the greatest impact. If you join us at Ormiston, whatever your role, your work will have purpose and meaning

Ormiston, where every member of staff enjoys…

• The opportunity to build on the legacy of those who came before - being part of one of the longest standing Trusts, created with the sole purpose of enabling children and young people to thrive

• Working for a Trust nationally recognised for its impact on disadvantaged children - a rewarding, stimulating career where staff are challenged to be the best they can be, for the pupils we are proud to serve

• Being part of a team and community where you belong - being part of a well-resourced and ambitious network of experts and professionals that work at the heart of communities

• A supportive environment to grow your career - an extensive professional development programme, alongside flexible working arrangements and generous benefits

What we offer:

We value the contribution of every colleague and offer a range of benefits designed to support your career, wellbeing and work-life balance, including:

• The opportunity to join a supportive team at an Academy with a strong ethos of teamwork and support, where staff are committed to raising attainment.
• Development for staff through nationally recognised training courses.
• Access to a range of resources and opportunities through our Academy Trust.
• Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits.
• Access to health and well-being programmes, including counselling services.
• Guidance, advice and support from the senior leadership team who all want to make a positive difference to the education of all OBA students.

Closing date for receipt of applications: Sunday 22 November 2026

Please note that the Academy withholds the right to withdraw the advert at any time, or interview suitable candidates before the closing date.