Course Leader SEND

Coventry; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent Employers Pension

30 days Annual leave + Bank Holidays

Holiday Purchase Scheme

Life Assurance 4 x Salary

BUPA Cash Plan

CU Reward Scheme – Discounts

Job summary

Coventry University Group, through the National Institute of Teaching & Education (NITE) Milton Keynes, seeks a Course Leader SEND to lead teaching, learning and assessment across teacher training with a focus on SEND and inclusive practice.

You will work with Heads of Delivery, partnership schools and external stakeholders to ensure outstanding trainee experiences, contribute to curriculum design, QA, and strategic SEND development, guided by DfE ITT criteria.

Qualifications

• Must hold Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and have significant experience teaching and leading in specialist settings.
• Experience in mentoring, coaching, or supporting other teachers is desirable.
• Strong understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and inclusive practice.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across teacher training programmes with a SEND focus.
• Collaborate with Heads of Delivery, programme teams, partnership schools, and external stakeholders to ensure outstanding trainee experiences.
• Contribute to curriculum design, quality assurance, and development of SEND provision in line with current legislation and priorities.
• Shape strategic SEND development across teacher education programmes and across partnership organisations.

Skills

QTS

SEND leadership

Mentoring

Education

Honours degree

Qualified Teacher Status (QTS)

Job description

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Competitive starting salary range from £43,521 up to £45,171 per annum (dependent upon experience) with the potential to progress. A discretionary range for candidates with exceptional experience can be discussed/considered

Mode

Permanent,Full Time

Our Mission

Coventry University Group is a global education group with a mission of Creating Better Futures. We are driven by our passionate belief in the transformational power of education and research to enable and empower our students, colleagues and partners and to improve the world around them. Our people are key to our success, and each role contributes to the Group’s ongoing progress in communities around the world.

Coventry University’s National Institute of Teaching & Education (NITE) is a global provider of postgraduate and undergraduate degrees, training and professional development for teaching assistants, teachers and school/college leaders. Our courses innovate in their flexibility and blend online delivery with school-based practice and a highly regarded tutorial programme.

The Role

This role is based at the National Institute of Teaching & Education (NITE) Milton Keynes, MK5 8FR

We are looking for an inspiring and committed Course Leader SEND to join our NITE team. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the development of future teachers and inclusive practitioners while working within NITE (The National Institute of Teaching and Education), part of the Coventry University Group.

In this role, you will lead and support high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment across teacher training programmes, with a particular focus on Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), inclusion, and adaptive teaching. You will work collaboratively with Heads of Delivery, programme teams, partnership schools, and external stakeholders to ensure an outstanding and supportive experience for trainees and colleagues alike.

You will play a key role in developing and embedding inclusive practice across programmes, supporting trainees to build the knowledge, confidence, and skills needed to meet the needs of all learners. You will contribute to curriculum design, quality assurance, and the ongoing development of SEND provision in line with current legislation, research, and national priorities.

The role involves building strong professional relationships with colleagues, mentors, and partner schools, engaging in thoughtful and constructive dialogue that supports trainee progress and promotes inclusive educational practice. You will balance the needs and perspectives of trainees, schools, and wider partnership organisations, while aligning your work with NITE’s strategic priorities, the DfE Initial Teacher Training (ITT) criteria, and the NITE training curriculum.

As part of a collaborative and forward-thinking team, you will also contribute to the strategic development of SEND across teacher education programmes, helping to shape practice and improve outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

Qualifications Required

You will need to have Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) and significant experience of teaching and leading in specialist settings.

Our Successful Candidate

You will be a qualified and committed education professional, holding a good honours degree and Qualified Teacher Status (QTS), with a strong understanding of Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and inclusive practice. You will be confident working with and presenting to a wide range of professionals, bringing clarity, credibility, and enthusiasm to your work.

You will be passionate about supporting others to develop their knowledge and practice in SEND, with experience of mentoring, coaching, or teaching fellow professionals. You will have supported trainee teachers, early career colleagues, or established practitioners to strengthen inclusive teaching approaches and improve outcomes for children and young people with additional needs.

You will understand the importance of high-quality mentoring and professional development in building confidence, expertise, and professional identity, particularly in relation to adaptive teaching, inclusion, and statutory responsibilities.

Above all, you will be motivated by the opportunity to influence teacher education and SEND provision at a strategic level, work collaboratively across partnerships, and make a lasting impact on the next generation of inclusive educators.

This post is subject toanenhanced Disclosure and Barring Service clearance

The Benefits

As a staff member of Coventry University, you will have a access to a wide range of industry leading rewards and benefits which includes:

• Excellent Employers Pension Contribution
• 30 days Annual leave plus Bank Holidays
• New Holiday Purchase Scheme up to 5 additional days
• Life Assurance 4 x Salary
• BUPA Cash Plan
• CU Reward Scheme – Discounts across a range of High Street/ Online Retailers

Our Culture

As a global Education Group, equality, diversity, and inclusion are embedded within the fabric of our organisation and are a key focus of our core values. We harness the power and potential of the diverse cultures, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences of our students, colleagues, and partners to create opportunities for all.

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