Alternative Provision Manager (Uckfield College)

Job introduction

 

About the role

Alternative Provision Manager - Required as soon as possible

Single Status Grade 10 - £35,252 to £37,667 (pro rata)

37 hours per week, 41 weeks per year

Actual salary equates to £31,910 to £34,096

We are seeking a dedicated and proactive Alternative Provision Manager to oversee our Alternative Provision (AP) at Uckfield College. This vital role supports students who require a temporary alternative educational pathway, helping them reintegrate fully into their education, and progress towards further education, training, or employment.

The Alternative Provision Manager will be responsible for managing the day-to-day operations of the AP provision for students in Years 7-11. They will work closely with leadership and pastoral and SEND teams, and external agencies, to develop and implement tailored support plans that address both the academic and pastoral needs of students. Ensuring that each student receives the necessary guidance and support, the manager will play a crucial role in fostering their personal and educational development.

This role requires an individual with strong leadership and communication skills who can create a positive and inclusive learning environment. We are keen to recruit someone with significant experience in leading similar provision in a similar role. By promoting the ethos of the College, the Alternative Provision Manager will help students build confidence, develop resilience, and achieve their full potential.

Uckfield College is a highly successful and popular college, recently rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted in all categories. We offer a vibrant and supportive working environment with motivated students and an innovative, collaborative staff team dedicated to excellence. Staff benefits include a Teachers’ Pension Scheme, professional development opportunities, free parking, an employee assistance programme, and well-being initiatives such as staff breakfasts, sports activities, and social events.

If you are passionate about supporting vulnerable students and making a meaningful impact on their educational journey, we would love to hear from you.

For further information and a full application pack, please telephone our Human Resources Team on extension 1008 quoting reference AP/02/25 or visit our website: www.uckfield.college.  An electronic application can be returned by e-mail to hr@uckfield.college.

Applications should be returned to the College as soon as possible or at the latest by 9am on Monday 24 February 2025. Interviews will be held on Thursday 27 February.

 

We reserve the right to invite candidates for interview prior to the closing date and to close vacancies early if we have sufficient suitable applications. Therefore, we encourage interested applicants to apply as soon as possible.

East Sussex County Council is an authority committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Working pattern: Part-time, Term-time only (working for 41 weeks per year plus 6.36 weeks annual leave, which will increase after 5 years' continuous service)
(As the position is part-time/term-time only, the above salary will be pro rata)
 Please note, we do not accept CVs.

Additional information

 

Work Permits: we may be able to obtain a Work Permit for this post but this is subject to meeting the requirements of the UK Border Agency’s Points-based Immigration System.

Due to the restrictions we cannot guarantee that individuals that meet the requirements of the Points-based Immigration System will be issued with clearance to obtain work permits.

 
This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All staff will be expected to hold or be willing to obtain Enhanced DBS check or Enhanced check for Regulated Activity with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to www.gov.uk/disclosure-barring-service-check.

All school based staff have the responsibility for promoting the safeguarding and welfare of children.  All school staff should be aware of the school’s Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy and work in accordance with this document at all times.

 

Company information

East Sussex County Council is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitable candidates, regardless of race, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. All applications are treated on merit.