Inclusion and Alternative Provision Coordinator
This position will be based at Ormiston Bushfield Academy and requires a September 2026 start. The successful candidate will be responsible for the organisation and co‑ordination of alternative provision across the Academy, supporting the Academy’s attendance function where required. The role is dynamic and 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.
The working pattern is Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 4:00 pm and Friday 8:00 am – 3:30 pm, during the school term plus one week, equating to 39 working weeks per year.
We Are Looking For Someone Who
- Has a high level of IT competence, including the use of Microsoft programmes such as Word, Outlook, and Excel.
- Has excellent written and oral communication skills with strong attention to detail.
- Is positive, enthusiastic, and able to relate well to young people.
- Has strong interpersonal skills and can work as part of a team.
- Has strong organisational skills and can manage their own workload.
- Is flexible in their approach to the requirements of the post.
Benefits
- Flexible working arrangements.
- Automatic pay progression.
- Generous pension and life cover.
- Discounts on retail, travel, and leisure through the benefits platform.
- Access to discounts including the Blue Light Card.
- Cycle to work scheme.
- Access to health and well‑being programmes, including counselling services.
Equal Opportunities
Ormiston Bushfield Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share in this commitment. Ormiston Academies Trust embraces diversity and promotes equality of opportunity. Flexible working opportunities will be considered. All successful appointments will be subject to suitability checks in accordance with KCSIE, including identity, Right to Work, qualifications, online searches, prohibition check, two references and enhanced DBS check including Children’s Barred List.
The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (ROA) 1974. Guidance on the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, which provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, can be found here: https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/new-guidance-on-the-rehabilitation-of-offenders-act-1974
All the academy policies can be found here: https://www.bushfield.co.uk/key-info/policies
