?? R.E.A.L. Alternative Provision

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About the Role

We are seeking an inspiring and driven Assistant Head of Alternative Provision to join our leadership team. This is a key role supporting the Head of AP in delivering outstanding education, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student outcomes across our provision.

You will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic direction, leading staff, and driving improvement—while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and student welfare.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Alternative Provision
• Lead on quality of education, including curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment
• Monitor and evaluate student progress, behaviour and attainment, using data to inform improvement
• Provide inspirational leadership to staff, including coaching, mentoring, and appraisals
• Contribute to the development and implementation of the AP Development Plan
• Support safeguarding and welfare of all students
• Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, external agencies and commissioners
• Lead on staff development and continuous professional learning
• Model best practice, particularly in trauma-informed and relational approaches

About You

We are looking for a passionate leader who:

• Has proven leadership experience within education (AP, SEND or vocational settings preferred)
• Demonstrates a strong track record of excellent teaching and raising standards
• Has experience delivering or leading vocational pathways (e.g. BTEC, ASDAN, City & Guilds)
• Understands quality assurance processes, including IV/EV and assessment practices
• Has strong knowledge of SEND, safeguarding and alternative provision frameworks
• Is confident in data analysis, self-evaluation and driving improvement
• Can lead, motivate and inspire staff and students alike

Desirable:

• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Training in SEMH, ASD or other specialist areas
• Leadership or management qualifications

What We Offer

• A key leadership role with real influence on provision development
• Opportunities for professional growth and leadership development
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on the lives of young people

How to apply?

Please complete an online application form in full, remembering to include all employment and education details.  If you need any assistance or would like any more information please contact Karen in the Aurora Group Recruitment Team at

Successful applicants will be subject to pre-employment safeguarding checks including an enhanced disclosure and barring service (DBS) check.

The post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Aurora Group is therefore permitted to ask job applicants to declare all convictions and cautions (including those which are "spent" unless they are "protected" under the DBS filtering rules) in order to assess their suitability to work with children.

The Aurora Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of the children and young adults in our care and is a disability confident and equal opportunities employer.

This advert could be taken down at any point in time without prior notice if the position is filled. 

Please note that candidates that are shortlisted might be subject to an online search.