Centre Manager - The Bridge

Reference number:: LSU045-825

Salary:: £44,667.00 to £48,645.00 per annum
Closing Date:: Friday 23rd January 2026 (10:00am)

Southport Education Group is looking for an inspirational Centre Manager to lead The Bridge, our new specialist provision for young people with additional needs who have been unable to thrive in mainstream education. This is your chance to make a real difference—creating a safe, nurturing environment where learners rebuild confidence, develop life and vocational skills, and move towards further education or employment.

In this role, you’ll shape a holistic curriculum blending academic, vocational, and therapeutic approaches, while driving operational excellence and student wellbeing. You’ll lead and motivate a dedicated team, build strong partnerships with schools and agencies, and deliver up to 170 teaching hours per year—bringing your expertise directly to the classroom.

If you have empathy, patience, and resilience—and experience working in SEND or alternative provision—and you’re passionate about supporting young people who need care and nurturing to learn, this is the role for you. Whether you’re a qualified teacher, currently training, or willing to gain a teaching qualification within two years, this is your chance to be part of something new and exciting, with the genuine reward of making a real difference to young lives.

Southport Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and all employees are expected to share this commitment.

All appointments are subject to satisfactory pre-employment checks, including a satisfactory Enhanced criminal records check, with Barred List check if appropriate, through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

An Application Form should be completed and supported by a letter of application, which succinctly but comprehensively identifies your reasons for applying and how your career to date may have equipped you for the post. CVs alone will not be accepted.

Completed applications should be returned by the closing date via email to personnel@southport.ac.uk.

Your interest in the post is greatly appreciated.

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