Role Terms

Salary:

Band G £40,270 to £47,828 per annum, full-time equivalent (based on 37.5 hours per week all year)Hours:

30 to 37.5 hours per week - happy to talk flexible working. We are happy to consider all year or term-time only plus 2-4 weeks, please let us know your interest.Role type:

Initial 12-month fixed term (reviewed at end of term linked to role success)Place of work:

Hybrid - Southampton base with opportunity for remote workingClosing Date:

9am Monday 6th October 2025Interview Date:

Week commencing 13th October 2025Application PackAre you passionate about helping young people who are struggling to thrive in mainstream education?

We’re looking for an experienced, dynamic leader to become our first Head of Alternative Provision and build this exciting new service from the ground up.Our Charity

No Limits is the leading youth services charity in Southampton, supporting children and young people in the city and across Hampshire.At No Limits, it is important our staff and volunteers reflect, represent, and have experience of the challenges faced by the children and young people we support. We are proud of and appreciate our many staff and volunteers who use their own lived experience to support the children and young people they work with.With this in mind, we are committed to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) in all aspects of our work and organisational culture – and when recruiting, it’s important to us that we continue diversifying our staff and volunteer teams, with children and young people at the centre of everything we do. You can learn more about our DEI approach here.When we talk about talent, we value the transferrable skills and experiences you can bring to No Limits, whether through work (in the same or a different sector), volunteering, or personal experiences. To make sure we get the best talent on our team, we are open to and actively encourage applications from all backgrounds and sections of the community, including diverse ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQIA+, disabled, and neurodiverse individuals.Your Role

As our Head of Alternative Provision, you’ll lead the development and delivery of our new Alternative Provision service, supporting young people who are struggling to thrive in mainstream education. This is a hands-on role at the start, shaping the model, refining plans, and directly managing delivery. As the service grows, your focus will shift to leading its further development, maintaining quality, and expanding provision across sites.You’ll be part of our Senior Management Team and play a key role in building strong partnerships with schools, commissioners and families, ensuring we provide outstanding, therapeutic and accredited learning opportunities. Through these relationships, you’ll also help identify new ways for No Limits to support schools and families to meet young people’s needs.Your key responsibilities will include:Leading the development, delivery and quality assurance of our Alternative Provision serviceOverseeing service design, safeguarding, risk management and outcomes for young peopleBuilding and maintaining strong partnerships with schools, local authorities and commissionersActing as subject expert on Alternative Provision, SEMH and EBSA (Emotionally Based School Avoidance)Managing teams, budgets, quality assurance, and resources effectivelyWe are committed to making a difference in the lives of the children and young people we work with, and as such, you must show a willingness to demonstrate commitment to the values and behaviours which flow from the No Limits ethos. Safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people is paramount.We particularly welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and those who have had experiences similar to the young people we aim to support. We are committed to creating a diverse environment where people can be their authentic selves, where their experiences and opinions are valued, and we are all open to learning from each other.As part of our team, you’ll receive a comprehensive induction and access to learning and development opportunities relevant to your role, supporting your ongoing growth.You’ll have the essentials of:Proven experience of developing and managing Alternative Provision, SEMH, or education-focused servicesStrong understanding of safeguarding and risk management within education/youth settingsExperience of building partnerships with schools, commissioners, and external agenciesLeadership experience, including managing and supporting teamsKnowledge of EBSA, SEMH and attendance challenges affecting young peopleAbility to plan, deliver and monitor services that achieve measurable outcomesPlease let us know if we can support you with any reasonable adjustments at any point prior to, during or after the selection process, such as access arrangements, flexible working, or a suitable place to pray.Our Benefits36 days annual leave (including public holidays)Two additional wellbeing days per yearPension scheme – Matching contributions up to 2%Life assurance scheme – 2x annual salary cover for pension membersHybrid and flexible workingComprehensive induction and training offerEmployee Assistance ProgrammeInterested..? We''d love to hear from you!We’d be happy to have an informal discussion and answer any immediate questions you might have. If you’d like an initial discussion please contact the People Team on people@nolimitshelp.org.uk.To apply, please submit your CV and cover letter and upload using the portal below, before the closing date of 9am on Monday, 6th of October. Please contact people@nolimitshelp.org.uk if you need your application in an alternative format.In your CV / cover letter, please include how your knowledge, skills and experience align with the "Main duties and responsibilities" and "Who are you" sections of the job description.

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