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Manager - Alternative provision

Job details
Posting date: 17 February 2026
Hours: Full time
Closing date: 19 March 2026
Location: NG19
Remote working: On-site only
Company: Teacheractive Limited
Job type: Permanent
Job reference: AH/AP/MANA-8985

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Summary

We are currently working with a fantastic Alternative provision in the Mansfield area who are seeking an experienced Deputy Manager to join their setting, supporting the current Manager with the day-to-day running of the provision and leading staff to ensure high-quality outcomes for pupils.

This is a key leadership role for someone with previous experience in Alternative Provision, SEMH, or specialist education, who is confident managing staff, maintaining standards, and supporting pupils with a variety of needs.

This is a full time, temp to perm role to start ASAP.

The Role:

  • Supporting the Manager with the overall operation and development of the provision


  • Leading and managing staff on a day-to-day basis, including guidance, supervision, and support


  • Ensuring consistent behaviour management and safeguarding practices


  • Overseeing routines, timetables, and pupil engagement


  • Supporting pupils with SEMH and additional needs to achieve positive outcomes


  • Liaising with staff, external agencies, and parents/carers where required


  • Contributing to policies, procedures, and quality assurance


    The Ideal Candidate:

    • Previous experience in a leadership or management role within Alternative Provision, SEMH, or specialist settings


    • Strong people management and leadership skills


    • Confident behaviour management and de-escalation skills


    • Excellent organisational and communication abilities


    • Strong understanding of safeguarding and regulatory requirements


    • Calm, resilient, and solution-focused approach


      All our staff are paid on a PAYE basis, so you can rest assured that you’re paying the right level of Tax and National Insurance, and there’s no messing around with admin charges coming out of your hard-earned cash.

      If you are interested in this position, or want to hear about any of my other opportunities, please click ‘apply’ now, and I will be in touch with you to discuss further.

      abi.hart@teacheractive.com

      0115 824 1888

      All applicants will be contacted to discuss suitability and then invited to register with TeacherActive.



      Registration involves an enhanced DBS check, ID checks and will require you to supply good professional references. We pride ourselves on excellent service. We can provide a wide range of opportunities in schools and other educational institutions, with good rates of pay, at times to suit your needs.



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      TeacherActive is an equal opportunities employer, and operates as an Employment Business in providing temporary or contract job-seeking services.

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