Interim Alternative Provision Operational Lead
5-month interim contract
South West, Local Authority
Hybrid working
Inside IR35 - £470 - 500 per day
Start Date: December 1st


Due to upcoming SEND and Alternative Provision reforms, a Southwest County Council is seeking an experienced Programme Lead – Alternative Provision to design, develop, and deliver key service workstreams. This role will engage with schools, parents, carers, and stakeholders to secure good outcomes for children and young people, ensuring services provide excellent value for money and align with both local priorities and national policy reforms through the DfE SEND and Alternative Provision Change Programme.


Your duties as Alternative Provision Operational Lead:
*Lead the design, development, and delivery of Alternative Provision workstreams.
*Develop and implement a comprehensive programme plan aligned with national SEND/AP reforms.
*Prepare reports and documentation for the council and the Department for Education.
*Coordinate strategic programme activities, tracking progress and managing risks.
*Work collaboratively with schools, local education providers, and parent/carer groups, internal commissioning and QA Officers.
*Manage contracts, financial resources, and service development initiatives.


Experience needed as Alternative Provision Operational Lead:
*Proven leadership in SEND, inclusion, and multi-agency collaboration.
*Strong experience in programme management and policy implementation within education or local government.
*Experience implementing a three-tier model of Alternative Provision (AP).
*Understanding or national policy and expectations under the Change Partnership Programme (CPP).


If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who this may be of interest to, please contact Lucy Connick or apply today.
(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact.)
Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills, and any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported during the application and hiring process.