POST: Regional Community Services Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

RESPONSIBLE TO: National Director of Community Services

FUNCTION/TEAM: Community Services

RESPONSIBLE FOR: Community Services Managers GRADE:

LOCATION: The North

SALARY: £40,741 - £44,274 (SCP 48 – 52 National Scale)

PURPOSE:

 To strategically oversee and lead the long term co-ordination, development and sustainability of Community Services across each Hub in the region, in line with the National Hub strategy.  To ensure that the delivery of Community Services activities in the region is rooted in the Oasis Vision, Mission and Ethos and meets the Oasis ‘student first agenda’, and helps support Academy targets in literacy, transition, attendance, recruitment, social, moral, spiritual and cultural development.  To generate resources and maximise income through building partnerships, fundraising and submitting grants and tenders.  To lead and manage the Community Services Managers / Hub Coordinators within each Hub.  To work alongside with the Regional Academies Director to develop Oasis Hubs in the North of England.

Specific Responsibilities:

Strategy & Planning

 Inputting into national Community Services / Hub strategy and supporting the national team as needed.  Leading the regional Hub development planning and monitoring process so that all Hub activities are part of a coherent, integrated and sustainable plan.  Support the development of new Hubs in the region and attend consultation meetings.  Overseeing the use of the ehub tool within the region.  Overseeing the implementation and development of the regional hub charities.  Advising and supporting the Community Services Manager and, when appropriate, Academy Principals on:

1. Developing Oasis Hub global partnerships and raising global awareness. 2. Developing Youth, Children’s and Families work in the Hub. 3. Developing Volunteering, including internships, apprenticeships, threesixty and ‘Friends of Oasis’ (Parent Teacher Association). 4. Maximising income generation through use of Academy buildings. 5. Developing Homelessness support services. 6. Advising Community Services Managers on Oasis Community Development best practice. 7. The delivery of Community Services activities in the region with a student first agenda, helping support the Academy targets in literacy, transition, attendance, recruitment, social, moral, spiritual and cultural development.

 Supporting the Oasis Hub Leadership teams to:

1. Implement the Hub framework plan and monitor outcomes. 2. Fundraise locally and supporting national bids to maximise income for the Hubs. 3. Embed national Hub policies and procedures. 4. Understand and ensure the needs of the local communities are met.

Integrated Community Services

 Making sure National Community Services work is aligned to the national best practice handbook and standards.  Overseeing the usage of the ehub tool to record outcomes across the region.  Informing Community Services Managers of regional key agendas and funding opportunities (e.g. Ofsted and Pupil Premium funding).  Supporting the delivery of Oasis Campaigns such as Stop the Traffik in the regional Oasis Hubs.

1 Communications, Community Liaison & Partnerships

 Contributing to the effective communication of the Oasis vision across the Hubs within the region.  Building appropriate partnerships with statutory and voluntary agencies and also businesses in the region.

1 Administration, Finance & fundraising

 Overseeing the regional Hub charities and the Hub accounts within it.  Establishing an annual budget for the regional Community Services department and account for spending within limits.  Monitoring Community Service budgets within the Hubs  Reporting on progress to key stakeholders and line reports.  Researching and apply for funding including from trusts and tendered services.  Developing and supporting fundraising activities within the region to secure funds for Community Services development.

1 People Management

 Supervising and supporting Community Services Managers / Hub coordinators in the region through one to one meetings, team meetings, training and appraisals.  Assisting with the recruitment and selection of staff.  Providing or facilitating access to necessary staff/professional development and job specific training.  Managing personal development of line staff. To work as part of the national community services team and the regional team. 1 Safeguarding children and young people

Oasis is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff to share this commitment and to undergo appropriate checks, including an enhanced CRB check.

OTHER:

 Supporting regional and national Oasis events and initiatives.

The above responsibilities are subject to the general duties and responsibilities contained in the Statement of Conditions of Employment.

The duties of this post may vary from time to time without changing the general character of the post or level of responsibility entailed. Job Title Person Specification

Our Purpose Oasis, one of the largest Academy sponsors in the UK, has been working as part of local communities here in the UK and globally for the past 28 years. We currently have 22 Hubs and 28 Academies. Oasis Hubs are local places of activity that provide integrated, high quality and diverse services to benefit the whole person and the whole community socially, educationally, spiritually, culturally, morally, environmentally, physically, economically and emotionally.

Oasis Ethos Our ethos is an expression of our character - it is a statement of who we are and therefore the lens through which we assess all we do. Our work is motivated and inspired by the life, message and example of Christ, which shapes and guides every aspect of each of our schools. This is foundational to our belief that all people are created and loved by God as equal and unique beings, and to our commitment to model inclusion and compassion throughout all the aspects of the life and culture of each Academy community.

For further information, please refer to the Education Charter document which accompanies this job description. Essential Desirable Qualifications  Education to degree level or  Recent relevant training in equivalent and /or relevant Management and professional qualification in Leadership/ Extended community development or services/ Community teaching. Development  Evidence of recent commitment to own professional development. Experience  Recent experience of working with  Development of young people and communities. partnerships with other  Experience of strategic schools, business and the management within a school, community statutory or voluntary organisation.  Recent senior leadership  Proven record of successful experience in extended leadership of a community project or services and/or specialist an area of school development at a school senior level working with other  Experience of effectively partners. managing delegated  Innovative use of resources. budgets/public funds  Evidence of sustained development  Experience of setting up / and improvement in significant leading a charity projects.  Competitive bidding and budget management to maximise funding.  Experience of working with numerical data and the ability to produce accurate and detailed statistical analysis and reports.  Experience/knowledge of MS office. Knowledge of local community Knowledge  Thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles, opportunities and issues developments and best practice of the Community work and its potential for raising standards.  Innovative approaches to working with students, parents, staff and the local community.  Possible sources of external funding and principles of effective bid writing.  Understand the characteristics of effective schools and school improvement.  Knowledge and understanding of principles and practices of marketing.  Effective review and evaluation procedures.  Knowledge and application of ICT systems, budget planning and accounting, health and safety law, and equal opportunities. Skills  An enthusiastic and effective leader Experience of senior leadership and manager.  Excellent communication, Experience of working in a highly presentation and ICT skills. confidential environment  Excellent interpersonal skills.  Ability to work strategically and collaboratively to lead and manage change, and to direct and co- ordinate the work of others.  Competent co-ordinator, able to inspire and motivate all members of the school community.  Ability to anticipate and problem solve.  Creative and flexible thinker.  Excellent prioritisation and time management skills and the ability to work effectively and efficiently within set deadlines and tight timescales.  High levels of tact, diplomacy, discretion and ability to demonstrate absolute respect for the confidentiality of information gained as a result of working within a school.  Make decisions based on analysis, interpretation and understanding of relevant data and information.  Develop, maintain and use an effective network of contacts. Commitments  Actively supports Oasis Ethos  Active participation in Academy developments.  To lead extra-curricular activities/educational visits/out-of- hours learning.  Contribute to innovative curriculum development and partnership with other schools and the wider community including business and industry links.  Personal  Energy, enthusiasm and flexibility.   Good health and excellent attendance record.  Sense of humour and a positive outlook on life.  Ability to work under pressure and determination to succeed.