Youth Education Service ALP Manager

NFP PEOPLE; Bristol; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading youth homelessness charity in Bristol is seeking a passionate YES ALP Manager to oversee alternative education for young people facing barriers. This role focuses on high-quality teaching, safeguarding, and providing supportive environments. Ideal candidates have strong leadership and organisational skills with a commitment to social justice. Key benefits include flexible working, generous annual leave, and a collaborative team environment.

Benefits

30 days annual leave

Health Cash Plan

Flexible working options

Generous learning support

Wellbeing initiatives

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading teams and managing safeguarding responsibilities.
• Enthusiastic about supporting youth education and social justice.
• A commitment to trauma-informed practice and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop the delivery of alternative provision.
• Manage educational safeguarding and child protection processes.
• Oversee the curriculum's smooth running and support teaching.

Skills

Strong leadership

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of safeguarding

Commitment to inclusion

Job description

We are excited to be recruiting a passionate and skilled YES ALP Manager to oversee the operations of our alternative learning provision within the Youth Education Service (YES). YES is a registered ALP offering English and Maths Functional Skills tuition and qualifications in small, friendly classes or 1:1 sessions for young people aged 16–25 who experience barriers to their learning.

This is a fantastic opportunity to lead the work of an innovative, trauma-informed, and deeply committed project, ensuring young people who have struggled in traditional education can thrive, achieve and progress.

Position: Youth Education Service ALP Manager
Location: Central Bristol
Salary: £37,280 – £39,862 pro rata (NJC Scale 26–29)
Hours: 18.75 per week (2.5 days / 0.5 FTE)
Contract: Permanent

Closing Date: 23:59, Thursday 11 December 2025
Interview Date: Wednesday 17 December 2025

The Role

As the YES ALP Manager, you will lead and develop the day-to-day delivery of our alternative provision, ensuring high-quality teaching, safeguarding excellence, and a supportive, learner-centred environment.

You will:

• Lead on safeguarding as the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), managing educational safeguarding and child protection processes.
• Line manage and support the YES team, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure the smooth running of the curriculum, supporting high-quality teaching practice and overseeing exam coordination.
• Champion engaging, trauma-informed education, enabling young people to gain qualifications and rebuild confidence in learning.

You will be part of the Youth Education Service, reporting to the Programme Manager – Prevention, Support and EET Services.

About You

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, organised, and committed to providing excellent alternative education for young people with complex barriers.

You will bring:

• A passion for youth education, inclusion, and social justice
• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills
• Confidence in managing safeguarding responsibilities
• The ability to support and inspire staff and learners
• A commitment to trauma-informed practice and continuous improvement

We welcome applicants with transferable skills from education, support work, youth work, or related fields—please get in touch if you’d like an informal chat about how your experience could apply to this role.

Benefits Include:

• 30 days annual leave (pro rata) plus Bank Holidays
• Health Cash Plan via HSF
• Flexible and hybrid working options
• Generous learning and development support
• Wellbeing initiatives, including regular wellbeing check-ins
• A supportive, collaborative and inclusive team environment

About the Organisation

The organisation is a leading youth homelessness charity based in the Southwest, supporting over 1,500 young people each year. Our mission is driven by social justice, inclusion, and youth empowerment. We offer high quality housing, support, and opportunities for young people to thrive.

We are proud to be a Disability Confident Employer, and we actively welcome applications from people with lived experience, racially minoritised communities, and all protected characteristics.

You may also have experience in areas such as Alternative Provision Manager, Education Manager, Learning Programme Manager, Youth Education Lead, Functional Skills Manager, Alternative Education Coordinator, Post-16 Education Manager, Learning Support Manager, SEND & Inclusion Lead, Teaching and Learning Lead, Youth Skills and Learning Manager, or similar roles.

PLEASE NOTE: This role is being advertised by NFP People on behalf of the charity. #INDNFP