Transition and Engagement Coordinator

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Job Title: Transition and Engagement Coordinator
Location: Reddish Hall School, Stockport, SK5 6UY
Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday to Friday
Rota: 8.00am - 4.00pm however the role requires some flexibility with hours
Salary: Up to £30,000.00 per annum (depending on experience, not pro rata)
Contract: Permanent Term Time Only
Start: March 2026
UK applicants only - no sponsorship available

All candidates must have a full UK Driving Licence

As part of our continued growth in service, we are looking for an experienced Transition and Engagement Coordinator to join an amazing team at Reddish Hall School

About the Role

The Transition and Engagement Coordinator plays a pivotal role in ensuring that every pupil's journey into and through school is carefully planned, supported and successful. This role focuses on pupils with SEMH needs, EBSA histories or disrupted educational experiences, ensuring they are able to attend, engage and thrive in full-time education. Working closely with senior leaders, pastoral, safeguarding and clinical colleagues, you will design and oversee bespoke transition, reintegration and engagement plans with a clear focus on increasing attendance, stability and sustained participation in learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate personalised transition plans for new pupils, ensuring approaches are trauma-informed, structured and outcome-focused.
• Support pupils on reduced timetables or those at risk of disengagement, with clear review points and measurable plans to increase time in school.
• Monitor and analyse attendance and engagement data, reporting on progress towards full-time reintegration.
• Build strong partnerships with parents and carers, offering guidance and challenge to reduce barriers to attendance.
• Work collaboratively with safeguarding, clinical and pastoral teams to ensure emotional wellbeing and risk factors inform planning.
• Liaise with local authorities, previous settings and external professionals to ensure continuity of support and effective multi-agency working.
• Undertake home visits, off-site meetings and flexible working (including holiday transition support where required) to maintain engagement and secure successful outcomes.

About You

You will have the following:

• Full UK Driving Licence
• Proven experience supporting children and young people with SEMH needs, anxiety-related barriers or disrupted educational histories.
• Experience leading or contributing to transition, reintegration or engagement plans, including work with pupils experiencing EBSA.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, with the ability to establish trust while maintaining clear professional boundaries.
• Resilient and solution-focused, with a strong commitment to high expectations and positive outcomes for all pupils.

About Us

Reddish Hall School is an independent specialist day school in Stockport for pupils with SEMH needs, many with additional diagnoses including ASC, ADHD, and Dyslexia. In small classes, pupils receive personalised support in a safe, nurturing, and structured environment, building confidence, engagement, and self-esteem. Our curriculum blends academic, vocational, and wellbeing-focused learning to develop independence, resilience, and social skills. Supported by a skilled team and strong family partnerships, Reddish Hall empowers every pupil to achieve their potential and prepare for life beyond school.

Acorn Education offers rewarding careers and meaningful challenges while making a real difference in young people's lives. As a leading UK provider of specialist education for children and young people with special educational needs, and part of Outcomes First Group, we deliver innovative, evidence-based approaches that support measurable progress and lasting impact.

We are really proud to say that in 2025 Outcomes First Group were officially certified as a 'Great Place to Work' for the sixth year running.

Why Join Us?

We place pupils and vulnerable young adults at the heart of everything we do, so every day brings the satisfaction of making a real difference. We are committed to the safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young people. All applicants will be subject to social media checks and successful applicants to a fully enhanced DBS.

• Mileage Expenses
• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with options to increase contributions
• "Your Wellbeing Matters" - mental health support and physical health checks
• Flexible Benefits Platform (Vista), including:
  • Health, wellbeing and insurance benefits
  • Hundreds of UK and international discounts
  • Cycle to Work Scheme & Electric Car Purchase Scheme
  • Critical illness cover
  • Family Growth Support, including enhanced maternity/paternity leave and paid fertility treatment support

We reserve the right to close the vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications.

Outcomes First Group is committed to carrying out a fair, thorough and efficient recruitment process in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. Whilst we aim to keep applicants informed throughout, Outcomes First Group does not accept liability for any loss of earnings or other associated costs incurred by applicants as a result of delays or changes in the compliance process. All stages of the compliance process are subject to necessary safeguarding checks and compliance with statutory requirements, which may affect timescales.