Assistant Headteacher - Alternative Provision

Assistant Headteacher - Alternative Provision Leadership 1 - £51,773 per annum Permanent Full-Time Term Time Only R.E.A.L - Alternative Provision - Mansfield Hours: 40 per week 📍 R.E.A.L. Alternative Provision 📌 Reporting to: Head of Alternative Provision About the Role We are seeking an inspiring and driven Assistant Head of Alternative Provision to join our leadership team. This is a key role supporting the Head of AP in delivering outstanding education, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning and student outcomes across our provision. You will play a pivotal role in shaping strategic direction, leading staff, and driving improvement—while ensuring the highest standards of safeguarding and student welfare. Key Responsibilities Support the strategic leadership and day-to-day management of the Alternative Provision Lead on quality of education, including curriculum, teaching, learning and assessment Monitor and evaluate student progress, behaviour and attainment, using data to inform improvement Provide inspirational leadership to staff, including coaching, mentoring, and appraisals Contribute to the development and implementation of the AP Development Plan Support safeguarding and welfare of all students Build strong partnerships with parents, carers, external agencies and commissioners Lead on staff development and continuous professional learning Model best practice, particularly in trauma-informed and relational approaches About You We are looking for a passionate leader who: Has proven leadership experience within education (AP, SEND or vocational settings preferred) Demonstrates a strong track record of excellent teaching and raising standards Has experience delivering or leading vocational pathways (e.g. BTEC, ASDAN, City & Guilds) Understands quality assurance processes, including IV/EV and assessment practices Has strong knowledge of SEND, safeguarding and alternative provision frameworks Is confident in data analysis, self-evaluation and driv