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Job Title: Team Leader - Educational Alternative Provision
Location: West Midlands
About Us: Winner Education are currently working with a leading provider of educational alternative provision for students with Social, Emotional, and Mental Health (SEMH) needs in the West Midlands. They are committed to providing a supportive and nurturing environment where every child and young person can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally.
Role Overview: We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Team Leader to join their dedicated team. The successful candidate will have a strong understanding of the provision's values and will be responsible for leading and managing a team across various sites in the West Midlands. As travel to different locations is required, a valid driver's license and access to a vehicle are essential.
Responsibilities:
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of the provision's values and ensure all work aligns with these values.
- Develop and maintain strong working relationships with referral partners to ensure effective collaboration and support for our students.
- Ensure all programmes are delivered at a high standard, leading to impactful outcomes for all children and young people.
- Recruit, train, and develop individual staff members across all areas, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement.
- Oversee safer quality practice, conduct regular audits, observations, and safeguarding practices to maintain a safe and supportive environment for students and staff.
- Support the staff team with the implementation of new policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
- Provide ongoing support and resources to enable the teams to deliver their roles effectively, addressing any challenges or barriers as they arise.
- Conduct regular supervisions with staff on a one-to-one basis to provide guidance, support, and feedback.
- Develop and implement improvement plans for the areas under management, driving positive change and enhancing the quality of provision.
Requirements:
- Experience managing a team in the education sector, preferably in alternative provision or special educational needs settings.
- A strong understanding of SEMH needs and the ability to effectively support students with diverse learning requirements.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, staff, and external partners.
- Proven leadership skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire a team towards achieving shared goals.
- Sound knowledge of safeguarding procedures and a commitment to promoting the welfare and wellbeing of children and young people.
- Flexibility to travel to different sites across the West Midlands, with access to a vehicle and a valid driver's license.
- Relevant qualifications in education, leadership, or a related field would be advantageous.
How to Apply: If you are passionate about making a difference in the lives of children and young people with SEMH needs and possess the skills and experience required for this role, we would love to hear from you. Please apply and submit your CVÂ
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