The Vulnerable Pupil Lead will be the member of staff responsible for the development and day to day running of our KS4 Pathways centre. 

Co-op North Manchester has five provisions to support pupils with additional needs. It has:

• A SEND Hub for pupils with Cognition & Learning, Communication & Interaction, SEMH and sensory/physical needs. This is a space where pupils access interventions and are supported with their curriculum in the mainstream classroom

• KS3 provisions for both Y7, 8 and 9 - these are for pupils with primarily Cognition & Learning needs

• A KS4 Pathways provision for pupils in Years 10 and 11 with primarily SEMH needs 

These internal alternative provisions are supported by dedicated HTLAs and TA’s and the postholder would be responsible for those associate staff managing KS4 Pathways. Pupils are taught in Pathways by teachers from Co-op North Manchester for most subjects with the Vulnerable Pupil Lead being responsible for the planning and delivery of the CoPE qualification and a bespoke CEAIG/Personal Development offer.

In addition, we also work with agencies such as Barnados to support those with SEMH and other needs to reintegrate back into education, and we are part of partnerships and projects funded by the LA such as the Manchester Safer Youth Violence Taskforce which works with KS3 pupils at risk of CCE/CSE before they become vulnerable to ‘pushes and pulls’. We also work in partnership with MUFC to access mentoring, coaching, leadership development and volunteering opportunities.

We have regular updates and training around PACES and have a really committed pastoral leadership who also support pupils in our Pathways provisions. 

It is an exciting time to be joining Pathways as it is moving into a new phase with the extension of a Year 9 provision and reintegration model. The postholder must be committed to excellent educational provision to the pupils educated within it. The postholder must promote and embed the vision and values of the academy and those of the Trust throughout KS4 Pathways Centre. 

The postholder will work alongside other members of the leadership team to design an effective curriculum for the KS4 centre which will enable all pupils to achieve the academy’s vision. A strong emphasis on personal development will be at the heart of the curriculum offer, and through working with the SENCO, any additional needs of the learners will also be met. 

Co-op North Manchester invests considerably in supporting pupils with additional needs and has a SENDCo, a Deputy SENDCo and an Assistant Deputy SENDCo. It is overseen by a Vice Principal for Inclusion and PD with our own Educational Psychologist, SALT, Drama and Art therapists.

General Enquiries

Any general enquiries should be directed to Michelle Campbell-Jones at michelle.jones@coopacademies.co.uk

Informal Discussion

If you are interested in applying and would like to have an informal discussion about the role with the Principal, please contact Michelle Campbell-Jones.

 How to Apply

All applications must be made using the TES application form via this link.

The closing date for applications is 9am on Monday, 20th May 2024.

Co-op Academies Trust as an aware employer is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults as its number one priority. This commitment to robust recruitment, selection and induction procedures extends to organisations and services linked to the Trust on its behalf. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.  We value variety and individual differences, and aim to create a culture, environment and practices at all levels which encompass acceptance, respect and inclusion. All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles.

All our colleagues are expected to demonstrate a commitment to co-operative values and principles, and the Ways of Being Co-op.

Co-op Academies Trust is committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and applications from individuals are encouraged regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief and marriage or civil partnerships.