Area Alternative Education Manager

We are currently working with an multi-academy trust who run a group of alternative provisions across the country for students with Social, Emotional & Mental Health (SEMH) needs. They are currently looking for an Area Manager to provide educational leadership across a portfolio of their alternative provision sites, ensuring the highest standards of teaching, learning, safeguarding and learner outcomes. This is a full time permanent position and regular travel between sites is required as part of the role. The successful candidate would be accountable for quality assurance, instructor leadership, stakeholder engagement and continuous improvement, ensuring provision consistently meets the expectations of commissioning schools, local authorities and statutory frameworks. Safeguarding & Compliance We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff and candidates to share this commitment. Our recruitment processes follow Safer Recruitment guidelines in line with current legislation, including Keeping Children Safe in Education (KCSIE) and Working Together to Safeguard Children (2023). All appointments are subject to pre-employment checks, including references and an enhanced DBS check. We are also committed to creating an inclusive recruitment process and workplace. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences and are happy to make reasonable adjustments where required. Operam Education Group includes Provide Education | Teachers UK | Provision Recruitment | The Education Specialists | First for Education | Horizon Teachers | Key Stage Teacher Supply We're proud to be an inclusive employer, welcoming applicants from all backgrounds and committed to creating accessible opportunities across education. As part of our registration process, you'll need an enhanced DBS check and we'll need to see and copy your original qualifications before any placement. Teaching roles require Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent