Job Description

We cannot accept CV's, please apply through this link: https://www.youthconnectsouthwest.org.uk/apply

Head of Alternative Education

Location: Bath

50,295-53,487 (dependent on experience)

Closing: 26/10/2025 17:00

Type: Full Time 37hrs Permanent

Job ID: YCSW106

Youth Connect South West is a young people's charity working in Bath and North East Somerset and the surrounding area. We support young people to enjoy today, prepare for tomorrow and become the people they want to be.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated professional to lead our Alternative Education Programme. This programme offers dynamic and flexible learning opportunities designed predominantly for young people with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) who are unable to access mainstream education. These initiatives are delivered in partnership with Local Authorities and other education providers.

Key strategic responsibilities

Provide strategic oversight and operational management of all Alternative Provision (AP) courses and SEND education services. Lead on developing new education provisions and ensure quality standards of all existing provision. Identify and create opportunities for young people to gain qualifications, develop essential skills, and progress towards employment, independence, and their personal goals.
The Head of Education will be required to safeguard and promote the welfare of children and young people and follow YCSW policies and the staff code of conduct.

Please note that this is illustrative of the general nature and level of responsibility of the role. It is not a comprehensive list of all tasks that the Head of Education will carry out.

Qualifications and experience

Relevant degree or equivalent professional qualification in education, SEND, youth work, or related field. Recognised teaching qualification at Level 5 or above. Evidence of CPD in education leadership, SEND practice, curriculum, or quality assurance. Recognised safeguarding training. Senior management experience in education or SEND/alternative provision. Proven track record of leading successful Ofsted inspections or quality assurance processes. Designing and implementing curriculum aligned with Ofsted EIF. Securing, managing, and delivering DfE/ESFA or Local Authority contracts. Leading safeguarding practice at a senior level.
YCSW has an excellent employee offer which includes:

Excellent holiday package of 25 days per year (pro rata for part time) plus BH with flexible working. Sickness allowance Employee assistance programme offering a range of services Eye tests People Pension Opportunities for training and career development including vocational courses/apprenticeship.
Please note interviews may be held before the closing date.

For more information, call Sam Plummer 07980998670 or email recruitment@ycsw.org.uk

CVs will not be considered.

Safeguarding Statement:

YCSW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable groups and expects all employees and volunteers to share this commitment. As part of this commitment anyone working in a post with children or vulnerable groups will be expected to undertake an Enhanced DBS check with/without barred list checks.

As this post involves working within one of these groups, we will require a Disclosure & Barring Service check and/or subscription to the DBS online service. The suitability of all prospective employees or volunteers will be assessed during the recruitment process in line with this commitment.

Please note that by submitting your application you are giving consent to the information that you provide being stored and used in the selection process. In line with the Data Protection Act 1998, all information about you will be securely held, with access restricted solely to those involved in the appointment process.

Job Types: Part-time, Permanent

Pay: 50,295.00-53,487.00 per year

Benefits:

Company pension On-site parking Sick pay
Work Location: In person