Corporate Move Coordinator

Permanent
Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review
The role is hybrid however the post holder would be required to work from Birmingham City Council buildings as business needs dictate.
Are you passionate about ensuring that every child thrives and fulfils their potential by attending and succeeding in school regularly? Birmingham City Council is seeking a dedicated individual to join our Children and Families Directorate as a Managed Moves Coordinator.
In this vital role, you will be part of a team providing high-quality alternative provision for young people who require educational provision under section 19 of the 1996 Education Act including those with medical needs using notifications from schools and children subject to off-site direction or a managed move ensuring they are offered appropriate provision.
As a Managed Moves Coordinator, you will be responsible for:
Identifying children requiring alternative provision under section 19 of the Education Act 1996. Using notifications from schools, and children subject to off-site direction or a managed move ensuring they are offered appropriate provision
Building collaborative relationships with schools and partner agencies in the locality or as allocated. Helping to remove local barriers to full time education and ensure statutory requirements are met.
Providing high quality advice, signposting and supportive questioning in relation to offsite direction, managed move, or provision under section 19 of the 1996 Education Act, including telephone and email queries.
Facilitating or contributing to multi agency meetings in cases when notifications of children potentially requiring section 19 provision are received.
To ensure schools and settings are kept up to date with changes in national policy to ensure compliance with statutory duties
Contributing to the identification of key themes across the local authority by reporting trends and local barriers to full time education.
Raising concerns with senior managers children are not receiving the support they need or where there are concerns that statutory obligations/regulations are not being met.
Ensuring IMPULSE and other relevant contact recording systems and databases are regularly updated following interventions.
Complying with local safeguarding arrangements, early help and the SEND code of practice
We are looking for candidates with a good standard of education possessing NVQ3 / A level or equivalent and who possess two years casework experience in schools, youth services, social care or local authority attendance services. A commitment to equality, diversity, and inclusion is also key for this role.
You will have the opportunity to participate in regular supervision, team meetings, and professional development activities. We are committed to your growth and will provide training to enhance your knowledge of home education and safeguarding practices. By joining our team, you will be making a meaningful impact on the lives of children and their families in Birmingham.
The Supporting Statement should outline how you meet the criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.
Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with UK Home Office requirements , before any employment offer can be confirmed.
You can view our Corporate Safeguarding Policy | Birmingham City Council here.