Alternative Learning Provision Manager

Eteach International; Bradford; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Oasis Academy Lister Park is seeking an exceptional Alternative Provision Manager to lead our on-site provision and support vulnerable learners to re-engage with education.

You will work with senior leaders, SEND professionals and families to deliver targeted teaching, mentoring and interventions, track progress and drive continuous improvement.

This role offers a unique blend of strategic leadership and direct student support within a supportive, values-driven academy.

Qualifications

• Must have Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) and GCSE Maths/English.
• Experience leading others and supporting vulnerable learners.
• Strong safeguarding, inclusion mindset and high expectations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the Alternative Provision as part of the pastoral team.
• Create an engaging, structured environment to promote attendance and achievement.
• Support students with SEMH and vulnerabilities through bespoke interventions.
• Deliver targeted teaching, mentoring and pastoral support to individuals and small groups.
• Oversee attendance, behaviour, safeguarding and wellbeing records.
• Collaborate with senior leaders, SENDCO, parents and external agencies.
• Monitor progress, evaluate impact, drive continuous improvement.
• Support reintegration pathways and post-16 destinations.

Skills

Behaviour & SEMH

Leadership experience

Communication skills

Relationship building

Safeguarding & inclusion

Resilience & empathy

Education

Level 4 qualification

GCSE Maths & English

Higher qualifications in education

Tools

Bromcom

CPOMS

Job description

Make a Difference Where It Matters Most

Are you passionate about supporting young people who face barriers to education? Do you have the experience, resilience and vision to lead an alternative provision that helps students re-engage, succeed and thrive?

Oasis Academy Lister Park is seeking an exceptional Alternative Provision (Re-Engage) Manager to lead and develop our on-site alternative provision, supporting some of our most vulnerable learners to achieve positive outcomes and successfully reintegrate into mainstream education where appropriate.

This is a unique opportunity to combine strategic leadership with direct student support, working closely with senior leaders, SEND professionals, parents and external agencies to transform the life chances of young people.

About the Role

As Alternative Provision Manager, you will:

• Lead and develop our Alternative Provision as part of the wider pastoral team.
• Create a nurturing, structured and ambitious environment that promotes engagement, attendance and achievement.
• Support students with SEMH and other vulnerabilities through bespoke intervention programmes.
• Deliver targeted teaching, mentoring and pastoral support to individuals and small groups.
• Oversee attendance, behaviour, safeguarding and wellbeing records using systems such as Bromcom and CPOMS.
• Work collaboratively with senior leaders, SENDCO, parents and external agencies.
• Monitor progress, evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement across the provision.
• Support reintegration pathways and positive post-16 destinations for students.

About You

We are looking for someone who has:

• Extensive experience working with children and young people facing significant challenges.
• Experience of leading and developing others.
• A strong understanding of behaviour, SEMH needs and barriers to learning.
• Excellent communication, organisational and report-writing skills.
• A commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and raising aspirations.
• The ability to build positive relationships with students, families and professionals.
• Resilience, empathy and high expectations for every young person.
• A relevant Level 4 qualification (or equivalent) and GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) are essential. Higher-level qualifications and experience within an educational setting are desirable.

Why Join Oasis Academy Lister Park?

At Oasis, our vision is "Exceptional Education at the Heart of the Community." We are committed to developing character, competence and community in every child. Joining our team means becoming part of a values-driven organisation where inclusion, hope, perseverance and healthy relationships shape everything we do.

We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative leadership team.
• Opportunities for professional development and progression.
• The chance to make a genuine difference to the lives of young people.
• Membership of a nationally recognised academy trust committed to transforming communities.

Safeguarding Statement

Oasis Community Learning is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful applicants will be required to undergo an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory pre-employment checks.

Ready to Join Our Family?

If you want to work in a place that blends professional growth with meaningful community engagement, offers modern sustainability initiatives, fosters a caring and diverse environment, and empowers both staff and students to drive their own success; Oasis AcademyListerPark is an excellent choice.

Situated close to Lister Park, the academy welcomes students aged 11–18 from Bradford, Manningham, Frizinghall, Heaton and beyond. Staff and students have been praised for their student-led community projects, like delivering over 100 support packs in Manningham—reinforcing a culture of local civic action.

The academy holds a “Good” Ofsted rating, with inspectors remarking it's “a caring school” and praising “high quality education,” calm and orderly behaviour, and strong staff-pupil relationships. It fosters a highly inclusive setting, with sophisticated support for SEND students to enable equal participation.

If you are passionate about inclusion, relentless in your pursuit of excellence, and excited by the opportunity to lead change, we want to hear from you.