Personal Development Co-Ordinator

Graceacademy; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A top-rated educational institution in the UK is seeking a proactive Personal Development Coordinator. The successful candidate will be crucial in shaping students' holistic education beyond academics and will coordinate initiatives that nurture character and personal development. The role offers a supportive environment, professional development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements, all aimed at making a meaningful impact on students' lives.

Benefits

Access to modern facilities including a staff gym

Support for professional development

Sensible workloads and dedicated team environment

Qualifications

• Well-motivated and proactive individual.
• Ability to implement personal development initiatives.
• Commitment to supporting students' holistic education.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Personal Development across the Academy.
• Ensure extra-curricular developments that nurture student character.
• Support student leadership and cultural capital initiatives.

Job description

About the School

Do you want to work in an Ofsted rated Good school where Leaders put pupils at the heart of everything they do, pupils behave well in lessons and around the school and staff feel well-supported by leaders? (OFSTED May 2022)

Do you want to work in a place where 100% of staff feel they are well supported and cared for? (Staff Wellbeing Survey 2023)

Grace Academy Solihull is an 11‑18 academy which has achieved outcomes that are consistently some of the best in the country when compared with similar schools. Leaders at the academy understand the need to maintain a work‑life balance for its employees. It is important that staff who work here feel supported, valued and looked after so they can deliver outstanding outcomes for the young people in our care.

About the Role

Grace Academy Solihull is seeking to appoint a well‑motivated and proactive person to fulfil the role of Personal Development Coordinator. The role of a Personal Development Coordinator is crucial in shaping the holistic education of students beyond academic achievement and supporting them to become the very best they can be.

Responsibilities

Coordinate Personal Development across the Academy, including student leadership, cultural capital, RSHE, British Values, coordinate tutor time and ensure extra‑curricular developments that nurture student character and lead to further experiences.

Benefits

• Join a dedicated and welcoming team of professionals who are supportive and passionate.
• Join a school that trusts staff and takes their well‑being seriously, with sensible workloads, a two‑week October half term and a firm commitment to supporting staff however we can.
• Experience a flexible approach to your working life so that you achieve a balance with your personal commitments.
• Have access to outstanding modern facilities, including a staff gym, plentiful secure parking, well‑appointed teaching spaces and state‑of‑the‑art IT equipment for every member of staff.
• Make a difference to the life chances of our fantastic young people.
• Be supported in your professional development so that you are given time to make the next step in your career.

Working Hours & Salary

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who wants to make a difference and have a real impact on the lives of our students and the running of the Academy whilst developing your own skills and putting your own stamp on the processes already in place. All training will be provided. The role is 37 hours per week for 41 weeks per year and the salary will be pro rata to this working pattern.

Application Details

For application enquiries please contact the School Business Manager, Amy Pearson on 0121 329 4600 or via [e-mail].

Safeguarding & DBS

The Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be subject to an enhanced DBS and barred list checks.