Title: Head of Youth College (South Shields)

Location: South Shields, Tyne And Wear, North East, NE34 6ET, UK

Company: Tyne Coast College

Head of Youth College

Location: South Shields

Salary: £55, 363

We are seeking an experienced and dynamicYouth College Managerto lead and develop our 1416 provision at South Tyneside College. This is a pivotal role focused on delivering high-quality education, improving student outcomes, and shaping provision for some of the most vulnerable and complex young people. Youth College is a Y10/Y11 Service Level Agreement provision, aimed at supporting young people of who have previously struggled in mainstream education.

You will play a key role in driving performance, enhancing the student experience, and ensuring our provision meets the highest standards, including those required by Ofsted.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Youth College provision, ensuringhigh standardsof teaching, learning, behaviour, and safeguarding

• Drive improvements in attendance, achievement, and progression for 1416 learners

• Develop and implement effective support and transition plans

• Work closely with schools, parents/carers, local authorities, and external agencies

• Monitor performance using data and implement targeted interventions

• Lead on quality improvement and ensure readiness for Ofsted inspections

• Manage and develop staff, promoting a strong culture of accountability and excellence

• Contribute to strategic planning, growth, and development of provision

About You

Experience & Knowledge

• Strong background in secondary education or 1416 provision

• Proven experience working with young people aged 1416, particularly those facing disadvantage

• Experience of managing transitions with schools, parents, and local authorities

• Track recordof improving attendance, engagement, and achievement

• In-depth understanding of Ofsted requirements for 1416 provision

• Experience of leading teams and driving performance improvement

• Knowledge of working with EHE, LAC/CIC students, and external agencies

Skills

• Confident leader with the ability to inspire and drive change

• Strong partnership-building and stakeholder engagement skills

• Excellent communication and presentation skills

• Data-driven with the ability to interpret performance and act strategically

• Experienced in quality improvement and managing underperformance

• Able to manage complexity, challenge, and competing priorities

Qualifications

• Degree or relevant professional qualification (essential)

• Teaching qualification (desirable)

• Minimum Level 2 English and Maths (or willingness to achieve)

WhatWereLooking For

We are looking for someone withenergy, vision, and resiliencea leader who can remove barriers to learning, raise aspirations, and make a tangible difference to young peoples lives.

Additional Information

• Travel across theNorth Eastregion isrequired

• This role is subject to enhanced safeguarding checks

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a growing 1416 provision, making a real impact on student outcomes and life chances.

Closing date: 9th June 2026

Shortlist date: 10th June 2026

Interview date: TBC

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