Assistant Head of School Alternative Provision; Remission

About the Role

The Assistant Head of School for Alternative Provision will support the Head of School in the effective leadership, coordination and continuous improvement of Alternative Provision across the College. The postholder will contribute to the operational management of the school, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, assessment, learner support, behaviour, attendance, safeguarding and progression.

The postholder will play a key role in developing consistent, inclusive and trauma-informed approaches to behaviour management and learner engagement, ensuring that strategies are understood, embedded and applied effectively by staff. They will support staff development within the school through coaching, mentoring, professional dialogue and targeted CPD, while also contributing to wider college CPD where alternative provision expertise can strengthen inclusive practice, engagement strategies and support for learners with complex needs.

The role will require strong professional judgement, flexibility and the ability to work collaboratively with curriculum teams, support services, schools, local authorities and other partners to secure positive outcomes for learners.

All staff employed at Coleg y Cymoedd have a responsibility to safeguard and promote the welfare of learners, and all those working at the College are expected to uphold this commitment. As part of our safer recruitment processes, all new starters must successfully complete the required pre-employment checks prior to commencing employment. This includes an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

For roles that involve direct interaction with learners, registration with the Education Workforce Council (EWC) is also a mandatory requirement.

We are a values driven organisation committed to employing a diverse workforce and fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are respected and supported to be themselves. We treat every individual with dignity, fairness, and respect.

As a Disability Confident Leader, we actively encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds and communities, particularly in relation to age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, religion and/or belief. We are committed to removing barriers and making our recruitment processes as inclusive and accessible as possible.

We welcome applications in both Welsh and English. Applications submitted in Welsh will not be treated less favourably than those submitted in English. If you are a Welsh speaker or learner, we would be delighted to receive your application.

Roles at Coleg y Cymoedd are campus based to support teaching, learner experience and service delivery.

Postholders may request flexible working, including limited remote working, through the College’s Flexible Working Process (a statutory dayone right). Requests are considered individually based on role needs and service coverage.

Candidates or employees with accessibility or reasonable adjustment needs are encouraged to discuss these with the People & Culture team.

All applications must be submitted by 11:59pm on the advertised closing date. Applications received after this deadline may not be considered.

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