\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJoin us as a \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHead of Community Engagement at Progress Community!\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDo you want to work for a company where wellbeing is more than a word, it's a commitment?
Somewhere where the person matters as much as the professional?\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWell at Progress Community, that's just the approach we take.\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHere at Progress Community, your wellbeing is central to our core values. This is a place where although you'll work remotely, you'll feel a true sense of belonging.
We'll invest in you and your growth, and you'll work with a great bunch of colleagues who truly care and look out for each other.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur top-notch benefits go beyond the basics-enjoy access to discounted gym memberships, a free wellbeing app that is jam packed with fitness, yoga and mindfulness resources and dedicated counselling support.
And because we know your passion is with pupils and not paperwork, we do everything we can to reduce the amount of surplus admin too.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYour work-life balance matters. That's why we offer generous holidays, additional leave for foster carers and flexibility wherever possible.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAnd why do we do this? Because when you thrive, so do our students.
So we want to invest in your personal and professional growth as much as we do the young people who attend our schools.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBut that's not all, we also offer...\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProfessional
Development:\u003c/strong\u003e Support for professional qualifications, in-house training, including paid qualifications. Last year we invested approx. £3.5k per colleague!\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFinancial
Security:\u003c/strong\u003e Death in Service Insurance providing four times your salary.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFamily-Friendly
Policies:\u003c/strong\u003e Enhanced Maternity/Paternity Leave.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHealth and Wellbeing Cashback:\u003c/strong\u003e Access to Medicash for you and your dependants, covering the costs of eye tests, optical, dental, prescriptions, and holistic treatments up to £900 annually.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecognition
Awards:\u003c/strong\u003e Monthly, Quarterly, and Annual Recognition Awards.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReferral
Bonus:\u003c/strong\u003e £500 for referring top talent.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExclusive
Discounts:\u003c/strong\u003e MiRewards benefits platform, offering loads of discounts and rewards\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeekly drop ins with
Senior Leaders: \u003c/strong\u003eConnect, clarify and communicate with weekly drop-ins with our Managing Director and organisation SLT\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGroup
Connection:\u003c/strong\u003e Annual Group conference and a comprehensive benefits review.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat are we looking for from you?\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eQualifications: \u003c/strong\u003eDegree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience, Safeguarding qualification at DSL level, or willingness to obtain on appointment, \u003cspan\u003eQualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent educational experience.\u003c/span\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExperience:\u003c/strong\u003e Significant experience in an operational leadership role within education, alternative provision, SEMH or a related children's services context.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTeaching
Subjects:\u003c/strong\u003e English, Maths, and Science Proficiency, a minimum of grade 4/C or higher\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKnowledge:\u003c/strong\u003e Strong understanding of EHCP processes, SEMH needs and the legislative framework for alternative provision; Knowledge of equality of opportunity, safeguarding, child protection and inclusion issues in settings with high levels of vulnerable children. An understanding of GCSE operations and post-16 routes. \u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProblem-Solving:\u003c/strong\u003e Aptitude for solving problems and making effective decisions.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCommunication:\u003c/strong\u003e To be able to communicate clearly, both orally and in writing, with a diverse range of audiences including children, parents and carers, and colleagues.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePromotion of Values:\u003c/strong\u003e Commitment to promoting equality, diversity, safeguarding, wellbeing, and British values.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTime
Management:\u003c/strong\u003e Effective time management for planning, delivery, and assessment.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eFull UK driving licence and willingness to travel regularly across Progress Community's geographic footprint.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMore about Progress Community\u003c/strong\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou'll be working for Progress Community, which is ran by Progress Schools and part of the Progress Education division.
Progress Community is on a mission to reconnect young people who feel left behind with the confidence, skills, and individualised support they need to rediscover their potential, rebuild trust in learning and finding purpose in brighter futures. We meet young people where they are - creating safe, supportive spaces that nurture wellbeing, personal growth, and readiness for next steps.
By combining mentoring, mental health understanding, and personalised learning experiences, we help each individual take steady, confident steps back towards education.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eProgress Community is part of our broader education eco-system, Progress Education. We want to create opportunity for marginalised young people by ensuring every individual is seen, understood, and supported through learning-building a society where every young person is set up to succeed, regardless of their story. At Progress Education, we are changing young people's lives through learning and belonging\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlease \u003ca target=\
Head of Community Engagement in Dudley employer: The Progress Group
At Progress Schools, we prioritise the wellbeing of our staff as much as that of our students, creating a supportive and inclusive work environment. With generous benefits including professional development opportunities, flexible working arrangements, and a strong commitment to mental health resources, we empower our Teaching Assistants to thrive both personally and professionally. Join us in redefining education while enjoying a fulfilling career that values your contributions and growth.
