Pathway Leader – Alternative Provision

Pathway Leader – Alternative Provision

Starting date:
As soon as possible

Salary:
Scale Point 18-22 (31,537 – 33,699) annual salary, (pro‑rate) (37 weeks, term time only)

Location:

Southmoor Academy

Contract type:
Full time

Contract term:
Permanent

Southmoor Academy provides a high‑quality education for young people and is recognised by Ofsted for its welcoming culture, high ambition, and strong teamwork. The Academy values high standards and supporting every learner.

• Lead and manage “The Pathway” provision to ensure high‑quality teaching, strong outcomes, and a positive learning environment.
• Plan, prepare and deliver engaging and differentiated lessons tailored to pupils’ individual needs.
• Monitor, assess, and report on student progress, ensuring effective interventions are in place.
• Develop and implement personalised support strategies, including contributing to EHCPs and support plans.
• Work closely with teaching staff, pastoral teams and senior leaders to coordinate provision and reintegration.
• Line‑manage and support staff within the provision.
• Build strong relationships with parents/carers, including conducting meetings and home visits where appropriate.
• Liaise with external agencies, including health and support services.
• Maintain high expectations of behaviour through consistent and relational approaches.

• Experience working with students with additional needs, particularly SEND and/or SEMH.
• Ability to plan and deliver engaging, inclusive lessons across a range of abilities.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to coordinate provision and support staff.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, building positive relationships with students and families.
• Highly organised, able to monitor progress and impact effectively.
• Commitment to high expectations, equality and improving life chances.

Applicants should contact Sam Ferry, Head of HR and PA to CEO, at  Applications close 3 July 2026 at 9 am.

Aspire North East Multi Academy Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Any offer of employment will be subject to an enhanced DBS check.