Alternative Provision (AP) Manager in Gloucester

Location: 2300 - Five Acres High School

Salary: £25,582 — £31,491 per annum

Basis: Full Time

Job type: Support Staff – Other

Contractual hours: 36

Job reference: GST-R1897

Thank you for the interest you have shown in working at Five Acres High School. We have an exciting opportunity for an Alternative Provision (AP) Manager to join us and become an integral member of the support team. This is a school that will give you an opportunity to demonstrate you are remarkable. Five Acres High School is one of the top 3.5% of schools nationally for progress and was rated ‘Good’ by OFSTED in 2022. Our world class school quality mark and school of character kitemark are further evidence that this is a great school to be a part of. Our values are ambition, confidence, creativity, determination and respect and we pride ourselves on ensuring students work towards our mission which is to encourage students to ‘Aim High, Work Hard and Be Kind’. As one of the highest performing multi‑academy trusts in the country, we currently have schools across South London, Berkshire, Surrey, Gloucestershire and South Gloucestershire, and Plymouth. We are continuing to grow and have further schools joining us on a regular basis. The Trust is a vibrant and forward‑thinking community of teachers, support staff and learners committed to educating the ‘whole child’ to improve life chances, whilst securing the best possible outcomes for students. We encourage all young people to work hard and make the most of the opportunities they are given. Our amazing team of teachers and support staff themselves demonstrate and encourage a lifelong love of learning, both within and beyond our curriculum.

Main Responsibilities

• The provision is fully operational each day to receive any student who has been excluded from class (In line with the Behaviour Policy).
• The high level of expectations is made clear to every student and are adhered to and that these standards are maintained by all staff who visit or work in the provision.
• The centre is effective, through assessing the needs of individuals regularly sent to the AP, and referring issues where necessary to the Line Manager, Head of Year, Pastoral Leads, Teachers, Tutor, SENDCo.
• Each student is booked into the provision and that records are kept up to date for each person.
• The process for booking in a student and notifying parents and staff is followed and recorded in line with our Behaviour Policy.
• Each student is allocated to the most appropriate area for the time of their withdrawal from classes (Provision room, or other depending on SEN agreement).
• To ensure that each student is then provided with appropriate work from their Key Stage for the duration of their time in the provision (Usually 24hrs) and this should include an appropriate reading book.
• To organise and obtain learning resources from each subject area for the provision so that it can be self‑sufficient, in operation, if appropriate.
• To liaise with Line Manager for any student who chooses to continue to defy the expectations of the school.
• Staff who come for the ‘Restorative Conversations’ are directed to an appropriate space/room.
• Students are formally signed out after their 24hr sanction to return to lessons, including notifying the HOY of issues/concerns noted during their stay in AP.

You Will Need

• At least 5 GCSE’s which must include at least a 4 or equivalent in English and Maths.
• Evidence of professional development in a relevant discipline.
• Willingness to undertake further CPD.
• Previous experience of working with children.
• Excellent problem solving, communication and organisational skills.
• Have an understanding of young people’s social, emotional and educational development needs.
• Have the skills and ability to problem solve, communicate and organise.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and deal sensitively with related issues/individuals with tact, diplomacy and discretion.
• Able to demonstrate a level of resilience and take on board constructive feedback to further improve performance.
• Ability to be self‑motivated and succeed when managing distractions.
• A willingness to work with strict routines and make an impact.
• A flair for innovative solutions to behaviour management within our AP unit.

What’s in it for you

• Professional development and career progression.
• Generous pension scheme.
• An Employee Assistance Programme.
• Gym Discounts.
• Free eye tests.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Being part of a great team and expanding organisation.

Closing Date

Applications are being accepted until Wednesday 20 May 2026.

Equal Opportunities

We are committed to building an inclusive, diverse workplace where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or adjustments to interact with us, please let us know. Greenshaw Learning Trust is committed to safeguarding and protecting the welfare of children and young people and expects staff and volunteers to share this commitment.