Turning Point - Student/Systemic Outreach Practitioner

Theconstellationtrust; Hull and East Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A local educational trust in Hull is looking for a Student/Systemic Outreach Practitioner. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape practices that support vulnerable children and influence educational systems. Candidates should have leadership experience and a strong understanding of SEMH and trauma-informed practices. The role promises meaningful work and the chance to contribute significantly to the development of new outreach programs. Applications close on 18th January 2026.

Benefits

Professional autonomy

High-quality supervision

Opportunity for progression into leadership

Qualifications

• Experience working with Trust leaders, Headteachers, and Local Authority partners.
• Professionalism and compassion in balancing challenge and support.
• Ability to influence practice at scale.

Responsibilities

• Support pupils with complex SEMH and SEND needs directly.
• Lead holistic assessments and co-produce support plans.
• Coach and support staff through modeling and problem-solving.
• Refine inclusive systems with senior leaders.

Skills

Leadership experience

Understanding of SEMH

Ability to balance challenge and support

Systemic thinking

Education

Experienced SEND leader, SENCO, or specialist teacher

Job description

Turning Point - Student / Systemic Outreach Practitioner

Turning Point Outreach is launching as part of the East Riding of Yorkshire’s SEND and Alternative Provision strategy, ahead of the opening of the Turning Point Alternative Provision School.

Location: Hull, East Riding of Yorkshire
Contract type: Fixed term contract (Full Time, 2 years)
Salary: Leadership Pay Scale L07 - L12
Posted: 12th December 2025
Start date: To be confirmed
Expires: 18th January 2026 11:59 PM

Overview

We are searching for the best education professionals. This is not a traditional outreach role. It is an opportunity to shape practice, influence systems, and support the most vulnerable children across the locality.

About Turning Point Outreach

• Student Outreach: intensive, child‑centred support for pupils at risk of exclusion or reintegrating following permanent exclusion.
• Systemic Outreach: working with schools to strengthen SEND practice through coaching, CPD and system development, building long‑term internal capacity.

Roles

• Turning Point Student Outreach Practitioner
• Turning Point Systemic Outreach Practitioner

Responsibilities

• Work directly with schools to support pupils with complex SEMH and SEND needs.
• Lead holistic assessments and co‑produce practical, achievable support plans.
• Coach and support staff through modelling, reflection and problem‑solving.
• Work alongside senior leaders to refine inclusive systems and approaches.
• Contribute to the development of the Turning Point Outreach Charter and model.
• Be part of a small, high‑trust team shaping a new AP offer from the ground up.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experienced SEND leader, SENCO, AP leader or specialist teacher.
• Strong credibility working with Trust leaders, Headteachers, SLT & Local Authority partners.
• Understanding of SEMH, trauma‑informed practice and relational approaches.
• Can balance challenge and support with professionalism and compassion.
• System‑minded, able to see beyond individual cases to patterns and solutions.
• Wants to influence practice at scale, not just within one school.
• Leadership experience is essential.

What we offer

• Access professional autonomy, trust and high‑quality supervision.
• Progress into the Turning Point School leadership as it opens.
• Do work that is meaningful, ethical and genuinely impactful.

Next Steps

We welcome informal conversations ahead of application. To express interest or request further details, please contact Philip Mountain Wade – Executive Head – The Constellation Trust.

Safeguarding Statement

The Constellation Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

EEO Statement

We particularly welcome applications from under‑represented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation or religion.

Contact

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