Outreach Lead - Temporary to 31.08.2027 - Term Time - Special Needs Position

Goldwyn School, Ashford

• Ref:KCC886-7041-410S
• Posted:25/06/2025
• Pay:KSE (£27,852 - £29,716 fte)
• Start Date:Immediate
• App Close Date:08/07/2025 at 15:00
• Interviews:TBC

Advert

This position is based at Goldwyn School, Godinton Lane, Great Chart Ashford, Kent TN23 3BT. The successful applicant will be required to work in schools across the Ashford district.

(temporary to 31.08.2027)

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of children and young people with SEMH needs? Do you thrive on building strong partnerships and leading impactful outreach initiatives?

At Goldwyn School we are proud to be a nurturing and forward-thinking SEMH special school dedicated to delivering outstanding education and holistic support for students with complex emotional and behavioural needs.  We are excited to offer a unique opportunity for a passionate and experienced Outreach Lead to shape and lead our developing outreach provision. 

About the Role

This is a pivotal role where you will play a key role in:

• Reducing persistent absence and improving student attendance
• Supporting the re-engagement into education for vulnerable students
• Designing and delivering targeted interventions in collaboration with families and professionals
• Support students on mainstream sites as well as at our Nurture hub
• Model excellent practice 
• Share resources to share with Mainstream schools and families 

What we are looking for

We are seeking a confident and compassionate professional with:

• Proven experience working with young people with complex SEMH needs
• A strong understanding of safeguarding, attendance frameworks and inclusive education strategies
• Excellent communication and partnership building skills
• The vision and initiative to shape a new role and drive positive change

Why join Goldwyn School?

• Be part of a supportive, ambitious and values-driven team
• Help shape a new and impactful provision from the ground up
• Access to ongoing professional development and training
• Make a lasting difference in the lives of students and their families

This post is for 30 - 35 hours per week (negotiable), 39 weeks per year (term time only plus 5 staff development days) and is offered on Kent Scheme E (KR7) (£27,852 - £29,716 per annum).  Actual salary will be dependent upon number of hours worked.   The successful postholder will be required to start at 8.30am and work their hours over 5 days per week (Monday to Friday).

Visits are warmly welcomed and encouraged. Please contact Tina Brobyn, HR Manager: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk to arrange a visit.

Closing Date:  8 July 2025

Applications will be considered in the order in which they are received. Goldwyn School reserves the right to interview at any point during the recruitment process and early applications are encouraged.             

Goldwyn School is committed to the highest standards in safeguarding procedures and promoting the welfare of every student and we expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

References may be taken up before interview and the successful applicant will undertake an enhanced DBS check

Please be aware that schools are also required to undertake online recruitment checks on shortlisted candidates under changes to Keeping Children Safe in Education

Information about the school

Goldwyn School is a Kent Maintained Foundation Special School for students with Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) needs, proudly rated Outstanding by Ofsted (October 2022). We operate across five unique sites in Ashford and Folkestone, each offering a tailored educational pathway to meet the diverse and complex needs of our students.

We are an aspirational and inspirational school, committed to nurturing the potential of every young person. Our inclusive ethos is underpinned by research-led, trauma-informed, and nurturing practices, ensuring that every student feels safe, supported, and empowered to succeed.

Our Sites: Each of our five sites offers a tailored educational pathway, ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to thrive: • Goldwyn Ashford - Great Chart, Ashford (TN23 3BT) • Goldwyn Folkestone - Parkfield Road, Folkestone (CT19 5BY) • Goldwyn Vocational Centre - Leacon Road, Ashford (TN23 4FB) • Goldwyn Plus - Beaver Lane, Ashford (TN23 5NX) • Goldwyn Nurture Hub – School Lane, Hothfield, Ashford (TN26 1HA)

Our Vision and Values: Our school community is built on the vision: Aspire ∙ Empower ∙ Achieve. We promote a culture where every member of our community demonstrates: • Resilience - Overcoming barriers with creativity and independence • Empathy - Caring for ourselves and others, fostering respect and belonging • Aiming - Striving to reach our full potential • Commitment - Dedicated to success, growth, and opportunity • Heart - Passionate about making a difference, championing equality and inclusion

Why Work at Goldwyn? “Goldwyn is a family; a truly supportive unit.” - School Governor

At Goldwyn, our staff are our superpower. We believe that a supported and valued team is essential to delivering the best education for our students. Here’s what makes Goldwyn a great place to work:

• A values-driven culture that shapes everything we do • A strong, dynamic leadership team offering coaching and mentorship • A collaborative environment that encourages innovation and shared learning • A rich CPD programme, including accredited training and leadership development • A strong focus on staff wellbeing with initiatives like: - Employee Assistance Programme (confidential counselling, legal advice, and more) - Free flu vaccinations - Free parking at all sites - Generous pension scheme - Kent Scheme Rewards

Leading the Way in SEMH Education As part of the KSENT Trust, Goldwyn staff benefit from opportunities to engage in practitioner research, school-to-school support, and national-level collaboration. We are proud to be at the forefront of SEMH education, shaping best practices and making a real difference in the lives of young people.

Job Contact Information

• Name:Mrs Kerry Greene
• Address:Godinton Lane, Great Chart, Ashford, Kent, TN23 3BT
• Telephone: 01233 622958
• Email: tina.brobyn@goldwyn.kent.sch.uk

Fax: 01233 662177

Documents

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• Job Description
• Person Specification