The Role
We are seeking an innovative, highly compassionate, and child-centered leader to lead our primary provision.
As our Head of Provision, you will drive our progressive educational vision. You will create a therapeutic, play-informed environment where young children feel secure, heard, and valued. You will manage a dynamic team of teachers, nurture assistants, and specialists, while working closely with families, primary schools, and local agencies to build bright futures for our children.
Key Responsibilities
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Progressive & Nurturing Leadership: Model and champion a trauma-informed, relational, and nurture-based culture tailored specifically to early childhood development.
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Child-Centered Curriculum: Oversee a creative, flexible primary curriculum that integrates core literacy and numeracy with experiential learning, forest school/outdoor play, and therapeutic interventions.
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Early Intervention & Relational Practice: Lead on relational behavior approaches, prioritizing emotional regulation, restorative practices, and positive behavior support over traditional discipline.
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Safeguarding & Pupil Welfare: Act as or oversee the Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL), maintaining rigorous safeguarding standards tailored to vulnerable young children.
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Multidisciplinary Collaboration: Partner effectively with parents/carers, educational psychologists, speech and language therapists, and local authority SEND teams.
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Team Development: Lead, coach, and support staff with empathy, ensuring regular reflective practice and high-quality training in SEMH, trauma, and primary pedagogy.
About You
You are a warm, resilient primary specialist and compassionate leader who understands that for young children, "behavior is communication." You thrive in a creative, child-led setting and are passionate about rethinking early years and primary inclusion.
Essential Criteria
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Proven leadership experience within a primary, SEMH, Special School, or Alternative Provision setting.
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Deep understanding of child development, Nurture Group principles, trauma-informed practice, and neurodiversity in primary-aged children.
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Track record of working compassionately with hard-to-reach families and external agencies.
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Strong operational management skills, with an open, collaborative approach to team leadership.
What We Offer
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The rare opportunity to shape a truly progressive, high-impact primary provision.
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A dedicated, supportive team and executive leadership committed to child-centered education.
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Comprehensive CPD, clinical supervision, and wellbeing support.
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Competitive salary and pension scheme.
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Alternative Provision Lead in Stafford employer: Progressive Sports
Progressive Sports is an exceptional employer that prioritises a healthy work-life balance and offers flexible hours, making it ideal for those seeking meaningful employment in childcare. With a strong commitment to employee growth through monthly CPD opportunities, performance-related pay bonuses, and pathways to further education, staff are empowered to thrive in their roles while enjoying benefits like free childcare and social networking events. Join us at Barlaston C Of E First School, where you can inspire children and make a real difference in their development within a supportive and engaging environment.
