Education Provision Lead

proviT LTD; Coleshill CP; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Funded CPD and leadership development

Progression opportunities within a 성장한

Company laptop and uniform provided

Pension scheme enrolment

Travel reimbursement where applicable

Access to wellbeing support

Job summary

proviT LTD in Coleshill is seeking an Education Provision Lead to drive day-to-day provision operations and uphold high educational standards in a specialist setting. The role demands strong leadership, safeguarding expertise, and a commitment to improving outcomes for learners facing barriers to mainstream education.

You will lead safeguarding, curriculum implementation, and quality assurance while partnering with senior teams to shape provision culture and ensure continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Proven leadership experience in an educational setting or similar.
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience.
• Excellent organisational and communication skills.
• Experience managing staff performance and development.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day provision operations with high standards.
• Line manage teaching and support staff.
• Drive behaviour, attendance and learner outcomes.
• Act as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the provision.
• Support curriculum implementation and quality assurance processes.
• Conduct learning walks, observations and operational reviews.
• Manage stakeholder relationships with schools and families.
• Lead restorative practices and learner interventions.
• Ensure safeguarding and compliance are maintained.
• Support staff development and professional growth.

Skills

Leadership experience

Safeguarding knowledge

Organisational & communication skills

Staff performance management

Education

QTS/QTLS or Level 5 teaching qualification

Job description

Education Provision Lead
Coleshill, Birmingham
Full-Time | Term Time + Training Days
Up to £55,000 per annum (potential for higher for an exceptional candidate)

We are currently exclusively partnering with a specialist alternative education provider seeking an experienced and values-driven Head of Provision to lead one of their educational settings.

This is a senior leadership opportunity for an ambitious educational professional who is passionate about improving outcomes for young people facing barriers to mainstream education.

You’ll play a pivotal role in leading day-to-day provision operations, embedding high educational standards, driving safeguarding culture, and supporting both learners and staff to thrive within a structured and nurturing environment.

If you're an adaptable leader who combines operational excellence with genuine relationship-building and a strong understanding of alternative education, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact.

The Role

As Head of Provision, you will oversee the operational and educational leadership of a specialist provision, ensuring high standards across safeguarding, behaviour, learner outcomes, staff performance, and stakeholder engagement.

Working closely with senior leadership teams, you'll help shape provision culture while maintaining a strong focus on quality assurance, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities include:

• Leading the day-to-day management of the provision
• Line managing teaching and support staff
• Driving high standards in behaviour, attendance, and learner outcomes
• Acting as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) for the provision
• Supporting curriculum implementation and quality assurance processes
• Conducting learning walks, observations, and operational reviews
• Managing stakeholder relationships with schools, local authorities, and families
• Leading restorative practices, reintegration support, and learner interventions
• Ensuring safeguarding, compliance, and operational procedures are consistently maintained
• Supporting staff development, accountability, and professional growth

This role requires a visible, proactive leader who can balance strategic oversight with strong day-to-day operational management. It would also suit an experienced Teacher who wants to take that next step in their career.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• QTS/QTLS or Level 5 teaching equivalent qualification
• Leadership experience within an educational setting or strong leadership ability
• Strong safeguarding knowledge and experience
• Experience managing staff performance and professional development
• Excellent organisational, communication, and conflict-resolution skills
• Strong understanding of educational standards, behaviour systems, and learner outcomes

Desirable:

• Experience within Alternative Provision, SEMH, or specialist education
• DSL qualification or advanced safeguarding training
• Experience supporting quality assurance or inspection readiness
• Experience leading reintegration or intervention pathways
• SEND-related training or qualifications
• Experience working with local authorities and multi-agency teams

Why Join?

This organisation is committed to creating a supportive and forward-thinking environment where leaders are empowered to make meaningful change.

Benefits include:

• Competitive salary package
• Funded CPD and leadership development opportunities
• Genuine opportunities for progression within a growing organisation
• Company laptop and uniform provided
• Pension scheme enrolment
• Travel reimbursement where applicable
• Access to wellbeing and mental