Reintegration and Alternative Provision Lead
Overview
To provide strategic and operational leadership of the Belvidere Bridge provision, ensuring a high-quality, inclusive alternative setting that secures strong outcomes for pupils, particularly those with SEND and SEMH needs.
The role combines strategic development, implementation and quality assurance, with accountability for the effectiveness of provision, including teaching, behaviour, attendance and reintegration.
The post holder will lead and develop staff, ensuring that practice is consistent, evidence-informed and aligned with statutory requirements, Trust expectations and whole-school priorities.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic development and daily operation of the provision
- Translate strategic priorities into clear systems, routines and practice
- Ensure alignment with whole-school and Trust priorities
- Oversee safeguarding, compliance and the delivery of a safe, high-quality provision
- Monitor and improve attendance, including strategies for persistent absence and EBSA
- Design and implement a bespoke curriculum to support engagement and transition
- Establish and lead robust quality assurance systems for teaching, behaviour and outcomes
- Use data and insight to evaluate impact and drive continuous improvement
- Line manage, coach and develop staff, fostering a strong and accountable team culture
- Lead high-quality teaching, behaviour systems and trauma-informed practice
- Build strong relationships with families and external agencies to secure positive outcomes
- Lead reintegration pathways and collaborate across the school and Trust to support inclusion
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
- Degree or equivalent
Desirable
- SEND or SEMH-related qualifications
- Leadership or NPQ qualification
Experience
Essential
- Experience of teaching pupils with SEND and/or SEMH needs
- Experience of managing behaviour effectively in a school setting
- Experience of adapting curriculum and teaching for vulnerable learners
Desirable
- Experience working in alternative provision or similar setting
- Experience of leading a team or area of provision
- Experience of reintegration planning
Knowledge & Understanding
Essential
- Understanding of SEND, SEMH and trauma-informed practice
- Knowledge of behaviour management strategies
- Understanding of safeguarding responsibilities
- Awareness of inclusive practice and barriers to learning
Desirable
- Knowledge of alternative provision frameworks and expectations
- Understanding of reintegration and transition processes
Skills & Abilities
- Ability to build strong, positive relationships with pupils
- Strong classroom practice and adaptive teaching skills
- Ability to lead and support staff effectively
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to remain calm and solution-focused under pressure
- Strong organisational and time management skills
Personal Qualities
- Resilient and emotionally intelligent
- Committed to inclusion and improving outcomes for vulnerable pupils
- Reflective and open to professional development
- High expectations of self and others
- Team player with a proactive approach
Salary & Other Information
Job Title: Reintegration and Alternative Provision Lead
Contract Type: Permanent WPY: 39
Pay Grade: MPS/UPS
Workplace: Belvidere School, Belvidere Lane, Shrewsbury, SY2 5RJ
START DATE: As soon as possible
Location
Belvidere School
Belvidere Lane
Shrewsbury
Shropshire
SY2 5RJ
Supporting documents
Deadline and how to apply
You can send your application via:
Email to: recruitment@belvidereschool.co.uk
Post to: Mrs K Thandi, Belvidere School, Belvidere Lane, Shrewsbury, Shropshire, SY2 5RJ
Closing Date: Monday 29th June 2026 at 9am
You may wish to support your application with a letter of no more than two sides of A4, in place of the Further Details section on the form.
Please note, we cannot accept CVs
Additional Information
The appointment is subject to satisfactory pre-employment clearances including references, medical clearance and an enhanced DBS Disclosure under the “Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974”. Further details regarding this check are available by visiting www.dbs.gov.uk. Belvidere School is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people/vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. An online search will be undertaken as part of due diligence checks during the shortlisting process.
Job reference: APLead26