Head of Youth College

Company: Tyne Coast College
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Location: South Shields
Job Description:

Tyne Coast College delivers an inventive, vocationally-driven curriculum designed to enable students to achieve academic and career success. With strong connections to employers, the college ensures its programs are aligned with industry needs. By prioritizing innovation and excellence in education, Tyne Coast College provides students with the skills and opportunities they need to excel in their chosen fields.

Role Description

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Youth College Manager to lead and develop our 14–16 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.

Qualifications

  • Degree or relevant professional qualification (essential)
  • Teaching qualification (desirable)
  • Minimum Level 2 English and Maths (or willingness to achieve)

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the Youth College provision, ensuring high standards of teaching, learning, behaviour, and safeguarding
  • Drive improvements in attendance, achievement, and progression for 14–16 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

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for someone with energy, vision, and resilience—a leader who can remove barriers to learning, raise aspirations, and make a tangible difference to young people’s lives.

Additional Information

  • Travel across the North East region is required
  • This role is subject to enhanced safeguarding checks

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to shape and lead a growing 14–16 provision, making a real impact on student outcomes and life chances.

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Posted: May 31st, 2026