At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students' attendance and well-being, connecting home and school for better education access.
- Company: Green Meadows Academy, a supportive environment focused on nurturing diverse learners.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and a chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Join a diverse team committed to inclusion and safeguarding.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of students' journeys, helping them overcome barriers to education.
- Qualifications: Experience in education, understanding of SEND, and strong communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 27000 - 33000 £ per year.
About this Role
Green Meadows Academy is seeking a dedicated and resilient Attendance and Offsite Provision Co-ordinator to join our pastoral team. In this vital role, you will be the bridge between school, home and external alternative provisions, ensuring no pupil slips through the cracks. This is a dual focus role centered on connection, compliance and care.
You will oversee pupil attendance and alternative provisions across the school by managing formal statutory processes, leading on Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) plans, conducting home visits and acting as our primary liaison for pupils accessing off-site alternative provisions (AP) and work experience (WEX) placements.
Key Responsibilities:
- Attendance & Statutory Management: Monitor and analyse daily data, identify persistent absence patterns and lead on formal attendance panels and Local Authority Education Welfare officer collaborations.
- EBSA & Re-engagement Support: Co-ordinate and implement tailored EBSA support plans, designing phased re-integration timetables and working 1:1 with anxious or disaffected pupils to build resilience.
- Offsite Provision Oversight: Act as the main point of contact for external AP providers, conducting regular quality assurance, safeguarding and site visits while tracking pupil progress for EHCP reviews.
- Family Engagement: Conduct supportive, non-judgmental home visits to hard-to-reach families, building trust and connecting them with external early help services, social care or medical professionals.
What We Are Looking For:
- Experience: A background working within an educational setting (ideally SEND, AP, or a PRU), with proven experience managing attendance data and re-engaging anxious pupils.
- Knowledge: A deep understanding of SEND barriers (such as ASC, ADHD, SEMH), statutory attendance legislation and safeguarding procedures.
- Skills: High levels of empathy, patience and resilience, alongside the ability to navigate difficult conversations with a balance of empathy and candour.
- Qualifications: A good standard of general education (GCSE Grade C/4 or above in English and Maths). A relevant professional qualification in Social Work, Youth Work or Education Welfare is highly desirable.
- Requirements: You must hold a full UK Driving Licence and have access to a vehicle for daily home and alternative provision visits.
We are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. We want our people to reflect our diverse communities and create a safe space in which everyone belongs. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and especially those from under-represented groups including those from Black, Asian and minority ethnic communities.
Safeguarding: We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils. All posts are offered subject to enhanced DBS checks and appropriate references. All posts are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974.
Attendance and Offsite Provision Co-Ordinator at Green Meadows Academy in Leeds employer: Green Meadows Academy
Green Meadows Academy, located in the heart of Guiseley, Leeds, is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a nurturing and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a strong emphasis on professional development, we invest significantly in training and support, ensuring that our team members can thrive while making a meaningful impact on the lives of children with special educational needs. Join us to be part of a passionate community that values resilience, creativity, and collaboration in transforming the educational landscape.
