College Internship Area Manager – Transform Lives

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust; Greater London; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Job summary

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking a College Area Manager to lead the supported internship programme for interns aged 16–24 with learning difficulties, disabilities or autism. You will develop the project, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality delivery within NHS settings.

The role requires degree-level education, a teaching qualification or equivalent experience, and strong multi-agency collaboration skills.

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level in a relevant subject or equivalent experience.
• Teaching qualification or experience.
• Experience with supported internships or employment programmes.
• Knowledge of disability employment and apprenticeship legislation (EHCPs) is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, deliver and monitor the supported internship within their area of responsibility.
• Provide bespoke and individualised delivery, assessing support needs for each intern.
• Plan and deliver NCFE employability sessions and manage portfolio deadlines.
• Collaborate with college colleagues to ensure English and maths progression.
• Develop and maintain placement opportunities with stakeholders within the area.
• Safeguard interns and coordinate with agencies as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Teaching

Collaboration

Curriculum delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Teaching qualification

Experience in SEND

Job description

South West London and St Georges Mental Health NHS Trust is seeking a College Area Manager to lead the supported internship programme for interns aged 16–24 with learning difficulties, disabilities or autism. You will develop the project, supervise staff, and ensure high-quality delivery within NHS settings.

The role requires degree-level education, a teaching qualification or equivalent experience, and strong multi-agency collaboration skills.