2030-R - Head of School - Supported Learning

Harrow College; Uxbridge; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution is seeking a Head of School – Supported Learning to lead curriculum teams at Uxbridge College. This role involves strategic and operational leadership for learners with diverse needs, ensuring inclusive, high-quality education. The ideal candidate will have significant management experience in SEND provision, with skills in curriculum planning and collaboration with external partners. This is a full-time, dynamic position with a salary range of £52,093 to £58,332 per annum.

Qualifications

• Experienced in leading High Needs and SEND teams effectively.
• Strong knowledge of diverse SEND learner needs.
• Capability to implement new curriculum developments.

Responsibilities

• Lead and inspire teams across full-time and part-time programmes.
• Manage curriculum planning and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with partners to strengthen transition links.

Skills

Leadership

Curriculum development

Knowledge of SEND needs

Management experience

Strategic planning

Education

Degree or equivalent

Level 5 teaching qualification

Job description

Head of School – Supported Learning

Location: Uxbridge/Hayes

Salary: £52,093 to £58,332 per annum including London Weighting

Post Type: Full Time

Release Date: Tuesday 25 November 2025

Closing Date: Monday 08 December 2025

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 2030-R

HRUC is a successful merged College Group, bringing together Richmond Upon Thames College, Harrow College and Uxbridge College, based across 5 vibrant campuses.

As Head of School – Supported Learning for Uxbridge College, you would lead curriculum teams based at Uxbridge and Barra Hall in Hayes, our new SEND centre which is scheduled to open Spring 2026.

Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Supported and Targeted Learning, as Head of Department for SEND and High Needs, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for learners with mild to complex needs, ensuring inclusive, high‑quality provision and outstanding learner outcomes. You will lead and inspire a team of curriculum and support staff across both full‑time and part‑time programmes, driving excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment across all levels of need.

You will be responsible for curriculum planning, development, and quality assurance, including managing qualification changes and aligning programmes with local skills priorities, national SEND reforms, and the Preparing for Adulthood framework. Working collaboratively across departments and with external partners, you will strengthen transition links with various stakeholders, ensuring smooth progression pathways for learners with high needs.

Qualifications

We are Seeking an Experienced and Dynamic FE Leader With Proven Management Experience Across the Full Range Of SEND Provision, From Mild To Complex Needs, Who Can Demonstrate:

• Degree or equivalent and a minimum of Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector
• Proven ability to lead and develop High Needs and SEND teams effectively, improving teaching, learning and assessment alongside growth, in line with quality assurance frameworks
• Extensive experience and strong knowledge of diverse SEND learner needs, including the management of complex needs provision for high‑needs learners.
• Experience of driving positive organisational change and implementing new initiatives including curriculum developments, within SEND and High Need context
• Knowledge of changing sector requirements, Local Authority and community needs and the ability to analyse trend data and labour market information to inform curriculum offer
• Up‑to‑date knowledge and experience of SEND curriculum management and its developments, national initiatives and the SEND Code of Practice, applied strategically to curriculum planning and delivery

We may offer sponsorship for this role.

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Equal Opportunities

HRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.

Disclosure and Barring Service checks

HRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre‑employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.

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