Outreach Send Coordinator

**Location**: EK Outreach Services - Midlands
**Salary**: Competitive, based on experience
**Contract**: Full-time, Permanent
**Reporting to**: Head of Outreach

**About EK Outreach Services**

EK Outreach Services provides specialist **1:1 and 2:1** to students who cannot access mainstream schooling due to SEND, mental health challenges, medical needs, or other barriers. Our aim is to **re-engage, inspire, and empower** students, ensuring they achieve their academic and personal potential.

We work closely with **local authorities, schools, and families** to provide bespoke education and support, delivering high-quality learning both in students' homes and in community settings.

**Role Overview**

As an **Outreach Coordinator (Teaching Role),** you will be responsible for **coordinating students’ induction and educational programmes, as well as delivering personalised education** to students across the Midlands. This role combines **teaching, pastoral support, and administrative coordination** to ensure each student receives a high-quality, tailored learning experience.

You will work closely with **students, families, staff, and external agencies** to create and implement individualised learning plans, monitor progress, and ensure that educational and well-being needs are met.

**Key Responsibilities**

**1. Teaching & Student Engagement**
- Adapt and differentiate lesson plans to cater to a range of **learning abilities, SEND, and EHCP requirements**.
- Use **creative and innovative teaching methods** to engage students with complex needs, ensuring lessons are accessible and enjoyable.
- Monitor and assess student progress, adapting approaches as needed.
- Provide **pastoral support** to students, helping them build confidence, resilience, and positive learning attitudes.

**2. Coordination & Case Management**
- Act as the **main point of contact** for allocated students, families, and external professionals, ensuring clear communication and updates.
- **Develop and manage personalised learning plans (PLPOs)** in line with students' EHCPs and agreed targets.
- Work collaboratively with **SEND teams, therapists, social workers, and local authority representatives** to provide holistic support.
- Organise and lead **student review meetings**, reporting on academic progress, engagement, and well-being.

**3. Safeguarding & Compliance**
- Maintain **accurate records** of student progress, attendance, and any safeguarding concerns.
- Ensure all lessons and interactions align with **safeguarding policies and procedures**.
- Liaise with the **DSL (Designated Safeguarding Lead)** regarding any safeguarding concerns or student welfare issues.

**4. Administrative & Organisational Duties**
- Plan and **coordinate student timetables**, ensuring that teaching schedules are manageable and effective.
- Support the **Head of Outreach and National Development Coordinator** in reviewing and refining the service provision.

**Essential Criteria**

**Qualifications & Experience**
- **Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent teaching qualification** (e.g., PGCE, Level 5 Diploma in Education).
- Proven experience **working with SEND students** or those facing barriers to education (e.g., SEMH, ASD, ADHD, medical needs).
- Experience delivering in an outreach or alternative provision setting (preferred)
- Strong **knowledge of the UK curriculum** and ability to adapt teaching methods to meet individual needs.

**Skills & Attributes**
- **Passionate about inclusive education** and supporting vulnerable learners.
- Excellent **communication and interpersonal skills**, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and professionals.
- Strong **organisational and coordination skills**, with the ability to manage multiple caseloads effectively.
- Ability to work independently and use initiative, while also collaborating as part of a team.
- Resilient, patient, and adaptable, with the ability to handle **challenging situations calmly and professionally**.

**Other Requirements**
- Full **UK driving license** and access to a vehicle for travel between student locations (travel expenses reimbursed).
- Willingness to undergo ongoing **CPD and training** in SEND, safeguarding, and outreach education best practices.

Please note this role is a two staged interview process: the first stage will be an online interview via Zoom. The second stage will involve visiting our Head Office in London for a face-to-face interview.

At EK Outreach Services, safety is paramount. All prospective employees will undergo an enhanced background check conducted by the Disclosure & Barring Service, as required by child protection regulations. Additionally, we will request proof of your professional qualifications and references before extending any employment offers. These rigorous HR processes reflect our unwavering commitment to providing a secure learning environment for our students.

**Job Types**: Full-time, Permanent