We are seeking an exceptional and driven Regional Head to lead and inspire our work across a multi-site provision.

This is a unique opportunity for a passionate leader to shape the future of alternative education, champion young people, and empower teams to deliver life-changing outcomes.

As Regional Head, you will provide strategic leadership, ensure operational excellence, and set a clear vision for high-quality provision—supporting young people to achieve positive futures.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership and Vision
• Provide clear, values-driven leadership across the region
• Develop and articulate an ambitious vision for each centre
• Lead on strategy, turning ideas into effective plans and delivery
• Chair leadership and governance meetings
• Line manage key staff and drive high performance

Developing People and Practice

• Inspire, motivate, and develop staff and young people
• Build a culture of trust, collaboration, and continuous improvement
• Lead difficult conversations and decision-making with confidence and empathy
• Support staff wellbeing and professional development
• Build strong partnerships with external agencies and stakeholders
• Promote inclusive practice and high expectations for all

Accountability and Quality Assurance

• Lead on safeguarding as Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL)
• Oversee Health and Safety across all sites
• Ensure high-quality SEND, education, and youth provision
• Monitor performance, analyse data, and drive improvement
• Lead audits and ensure compliance with statutory requirements
• Report on regional performance to stakeholders
• Develop and implement policies, ensuring effective monitoring and impact

Additional Information

This role may include other duties appropriate to the level of responsibility. Priorities will be reviewed through performance management.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people. All successful applicants will be required to complete an enhanced DBS check.

Person Specification

Essential Qualifications:

• GCSE Grade 4 (C) or above in English and Maths
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• Degree or equivalent qualification
• Relevant leadership qualifications in education, SEND, youth work, or related fields
• NASENCO (or willingness to achieve)
• IOSH (or willingness to achieve)
• Level 2 and Level 3 Safeguarding (DSL) training

Essential Experience:

• Minimum 5 years’ senior leadership experience
• Experience leading teams within education, SEND, or community provision
• Experience working with external partners and agencies
• Experience leading staff development and improvement
• Strong safeguarding and health & safety knowledge and practice
• Experience implementing policies, systems, and procedures
• Experience analysing data to drive improvement

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong leadership with high expectations for young people
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• Ability to manage complex situations with professionalism
• Organised, decisive, and resilient under pressure
• Commitment to inclusive practice and supporting vulnerable young people
• Ability to inspire trust, accountability, and high performance
• Confident using Microsoft Office systems