Bridge Coordinator

Outwood Grange Academies Trust; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Outwood Academy Foxhills in Scunthorpe seeks a Bridge Coordinator to manage the Bridge provision and support vulnerable students through tailored resources and behavioural interventions.

You will work with teaching staff, support SEN procedures, and coordinate assessments, while maintaining confidentiality and strong communication with pupils, families, and external partners.

Qualifications

• Level 3 qualification in Education or Childcare is essential.
• Experience in a school environment and understanding issues affecting students is required.
• Ability to provide supportive assistance to vulnerable students is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage operations of the Bridge provision and liaise with teaching staff.
• Produce specialized resources (e.g., Anger Management, Social Skills).
• Assist Inclusion Co-ordinator with SEN procedures and reduced timetables.
• Administer and assess routine tests and invigilate exams.
• Be a key contact for vulnerable students, the EWO, and parents; support behavioural initiatives.

Skills

Communication

Time management

Organisation

ICT skills

Confidentiality

Empathy

Education

Level 3 qualification in Education or Childcare

Tools

ICT packages

Job description

Are you adept at managing supportive learning environments for students who face significant barriers to engagement? Join us as a Bridge Coordinator, where you will serve as the Gatekeeper and manager of the Bridge provision. This role is integral to the Deep Support team, focusing on re‑engaging vulnerable students by providing tailored resources, developing study and social skills, and managing strategic behavioural interventions.

Responsibilities

You will efficiently manage the operations of the Bridge provision, coordinating lesson work for students by liaising directly with teaching staff and producing specialized resources (e.g., for Anger Management or Social Skills).

Key administrative duties include assisting the Inclusion Co‑ordinator with special needs procedures and producing individual reduced timetables for students. You will administer and assess routine tests, invigilate exams, and act as a crucial point of contact for vulnerable students, the EWO, and parents. Furthermore, you will manage initiatives like the 'Behaviour for Learning' programme and SEN Raising Boys' Achievement.

We are looking for candidates who possess a Level 3 relevant qualification, or equivalent, in Education or Childcare. Essential experience includes working in a school environment and demonstrating knowledge of issues affecting students and young people and how to offer supportive assistance.

Key skills required are highly effective communication, excellent time management and organisation skills, and proficiency in using standard ICT packages. The ability to relate sympathetically to students and maintain strict confidentiality is essential.

To view the full Job Description and Person Specification please follow this link to the academy website www.foxhills.outwood.com

What the school offers its staff

Welcome from the Principal:

I am proud to introduce you to Outwood Academy Foxhills in Scunthorpe, a specialist in transformative education and a proud member of the Outwood Grange Academies Trust.

We are an 'Outstanding' rated school by Ofsted, recognised as one of the highest performing in the Local Authority. Our relentless pursuit of first‑class learning ensures our students make, on average, over half a grade more progress across all subjects than students nationally.

What truly sets us apart is our incredible, dedicated team. They are motivated by a shared belief in the transformative power of education and a commitment to our vibrant community. We value collaboration, innovation, and a growth mindset.

We empower our staff to do their best work, supported by outstanding training and CPD. If you share our passion for making a real difference and want to shape the next stage of your career, we would be delighted to welcome you.

I look forward to meeting you.