Manager - Alternative provision

Position: Manager - Alternative provision (Permanent)
Location: Nottinghamshire

We are currently working with a fantastic Alternative provision in the Mansfield area who are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join their setting, supporting the current Manager with the day-to-day running of the provision and leading staff to ensure high-quality outcomes for pupils.

This is a key leadership role for someone with previous experience in Alternative Provision, SEMH, or specialist education, who is confident managing staff, maintaining standards, and supporting pupils with a variety of needs.

This is a full time, temp to perm role to start ASAP.

The Role:

Supporting the Manager with the overall operation and development of the provision

Leading and managing staff on a day-to-day basis, including guidance, supervision, and support

Ensuring consistent behaviour management and safeguarding practices

Overseeing routines, timetables, and pupil engagement

Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs to achieve positive outcomes

Liaising with staff, external agencies, and parents/carers where required

Contributing to policies, procedures, and quality assurance

The Ideal Candidate :

Previous experience in a leadership or management role within Alternative Provision, SEMH, or specialist settings

Strong people management and leadership skills

Confident behaviour management and de-escalation skills

Excellent organisational and communication abilities

Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory requirements

Calm, resilient, and solution-focused approach

All our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance, and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

If you are interested in this position, or want to hear about any of my other opportunities, please click ‘apply’ now, and I will be in touch with you to discuss further.

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