Alternative Curriculum Practitioner (The Cavendish School)

Hours of work: 35 Hours
Working pattern: Part-time Term-time only 1 etc.
(As the position is part-time/term-time only 1 the above salary will be pro rata)

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 29 April 2026

For more information and to apply for the above post please contact:

Cavendish Education Trust
Eldon Road
Eastbourne
East Sussex
BN21 1UE

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Please note we do not accept CVs.

ALTERNATIVE CURRICULUM PRACTITIONER
Single Status Grade 5/6 Points 12-16 (depending on experience)
Salary 25989 - 27694 pro-rata - Actual Pay 21783 - 23212
35 hours per week (Mon-Fri 8.30am to 4.00pm) 40 weeks per year
(39 weeks term time incl Inset days plus 1 week during school holidays)

Closing date: 9am Wednesday 29 April 2026
Interview date: Tuesday 05 May 2026
Starting date:01 June 2026

NB: we advise applying promptly for this post as we reserve the right to close and interview early if sufficient suitable applications have been received.

An exciting opportunity has arisen at the schools alternative provision centre called The Route where we are looking to appoint an Alternative Curriculum Practitioner. The Alternative Curriculum Practitioner will play a key pastoral and emotional supportive role in the school to support pupil learning and wellbeing. The post holder will also share good practice support one to one sessions and participate/lead group work.

You will work under the professional guidance of our inspiring and supportive Alternative Curriculum Co-Ordinator to implement work programmes for individuals/groups which could include those requiring specific behaviour for learning assistance. The role will be based in our exciting and inclusive inclusion facility The Route which offers exceptional support of anxious/vulnerable pupils both within the unit and within their transition into mainstream education. The ability to engage and support with a holistic and dynamic approach is central to the philosophy of The Route.

The ideal candidate will:
Be committed to working with young people
Has excellent organisation and communication skills
Has good literacy and numeracy skill
Has previous or equivalent experience
Has good interpersonal skills
Has the ability to relate to pupils and a clear understanding of how to motivate pupils

The job role consists of:
Working with the inclusion team to establish an appropriate learning environment
Working with Alternative Curriculum Coordinator and Deputy Headteacher (Climate for Learning) to coordinate an alternative curriculum for targeted pupils
working with teachers to support session planning evaluating and adjusting lessons/work plans as appropriate
Monitoring and evaluating pupils responses to learning activities through observation and planned recording of achievement against The Route indicators
Coordinating specialist workshops for target pupils bringing in outside professionals where appropriate
Developing and implementing additional learning opportunities through external providers and the local community
Contributing to the development School Based Plans for individual pupils
Promoting independence and employ strategies to recognise and reward achievement and self-reliance
Working in partnership with the teaching staff to implement agreed learning activities/teaching programmes adjusting activities according to pupils responses/needs

This school offers:
A strong and visionary leadership
To be part of a vibrant community
To be part of an exciting new environment in our all-through campus.
A grading of Outstanding in all areas January 2025 OFSTED
Excellent CPD opportunities for all levels and interests
Staff Wellbeing: a genuine focus on staff wellbeing

You will join a team of dedicated and caring staff in establishing outstanding provision learning and progress for all our pupils.

If you have the skills drive and enthusiasm this could be the perfect role for you.

Please visit our website for further details as well as the application process via the recruitment platform mynewterm look forward to receiving your application if you have any questions please email

Please note that we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of our students and expect all those who work with us to share this commitment. This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check with the Disclosure & Barring Services (previously the Criminal Records Bureau). For further information about what is required in this process please go to We give high priority to promoting diversity throughout the school