Community Coordinator

at  REAch2 Academy Trust

SAFEGUARDING, SAFER RECRUITMENT AND DATA PROTECTION

At REAch2 we recognise that those who work in an academy are in a unique position in their care of children. The responsibility for all staff to safeguard pupils and promote their welfare, as stated in Section 175 of the Education Act (2002) is one that is central to our ethos, our policies and our actions. All children are deserving of the highest levels of care and safeguarding, regardless of their individual characteristics or circumstances, and we are committed to applying our policies to ensure effective levels of safeguarding and care are afforded to all our pupils.
We will seek to recruit the best applicant for the job based on the abilities, qualifications, experience as measured against the job description and person specification. The recruitment and selection of staff will be conducted in a professional, timely and responsive manner and in compliance with current employment legislation, and relevant safeguarding legislation and statutory guidance. An enhanced DBS disclosure will be requested for all successful candidates, including a Children’s Barred List check if the role meets the criteria for regulated activity.
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A fantastic opportunity has arrived for our local community We are seeking to appoint a community coordinator that will lead on an exciting project in the heart of Greenstead. Unity Primary Academy, in conjunction with Community 360, Colchester City Council and the Be Well Fund is launching a Community Kitchen.
The community kitchen would benefit everyone, young and old –pupils, parents, and the wider community. The concept will be delivering a flexible teaching space and fully equipped kitchen with commercial catering equipment. The Community Kitchen will be accessed separately to the school allowing community access throughout the year. The aim will be that all Pupils visit to begin their food education as well as offering a space for the community to come together to learn new skills and provide hot food for residents and the wider community. The Kitchen will be a place to bring people together.
The beneficiaries of the Community Hub will be the residents of Greenstead and surrounding areas. The Community Kitchen would complement the Community Fridge, Food bank and other facilities the school has already established within this space. Community, Health and Youth Groups will especially benefit from this space and the project.
We now need a community coordinator to coordinate this exciting project and drive it forward to become self-sufficient. You will be part of the local community and will need to make connections with the local community, local groups, liaise with agencies and other organizations to establish a unique place for the community. You will also be responsible for creating an income stream to continue this work for the future. The role will be based at Unity Primary Academy in the newly refurbished community kitchen and office.
The role involves 15 hours per week over a 3-year fixed term contract period dedicated to this role and the hours will be totally flexible – i.e. may include evenings, weekends and holiday time. Any weekend or evening work taking place beyond 15 hours, will be paid on contractual overtime.
Visits to the site is highly recommended. Please contact the school directly at admin@unityprimaryacademy.com if you are interested in this exciting opportunity or would like to arrange a site visit.