Associate Lecturer - Foundation Learning

UCS College Group; Cannington; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous pension scheme

Dedicated CPD days

On-site discounted gym

Free parking

UCS Extra discount package

Job summary

UCS College Group is seeking a committed practitioner for our Foundation Learning Department, focused on SEND learners. You will deliver adaptive teaching, learning and assessment, removing barriers to learning and promoting independence.

The role centers on developing transferable skills and readiness for adulthood within inclusive, aspirational learning experiences. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds and offer benefits, CPD support, and a commitment to equality and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with SEND and SEMH.
• Ability to deliver high-quality, inclusive teaching and assessment.
• Ability to remove barriers to learning and promote independence.

Skills

SEND experience

Inclusive teaching

Adaptability

Job description

The Foundation Learning Department is dedicated to supporting learners with Special Educational Needs and/or Disabilities (SEND), including those facing barriers to learning and Social, Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties. Our provision places the needs of SEND learners at its heart, delivering highly personalised, inclusive programmes that enable every individual to thrive, develop confidence, and achieve their potential. We are seeking a committed and highly skilled practitioner who is passionate about working with learners with SEND. The successful candidate will deliver high-quality, adaptive teaching, learning and assessment that is responsive to a wide range of additional needs. You will play a central role in removing barriers to learning, promoting independence, and supporting learners to develop essential life and employability skills. The post holder will be responsible for creating inclusive, aspirational learning experiences that motivate and engage SEND learners, supporting their personal development and readiness for adulthood. A strong focus will be placed on developing transferable skills, raising aspirations, and supporting progression into further education, employment or training, with Catering offering one of a number of valuable and practical progression pathways.

UCS offer a range of fantastic employee benefits including:

• Generous pension scheme
• Competitive holiday entitlement
• Dedicated CPD days
• 2 wellbeing days
• 2-week Christmas closure
• On-site discounted gym
• Free parking
• UCS Extra discount package, this includes top retailers, supermarkets, holidays, entertainment packages and much more!

UCS is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcomes applicants from all backgrounds and communities.

We are also a disability confident employer and we'll do all we can to help with your application.

Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments.

We believe that everyone should have an equal opportunity.