Head of Additional Learning Support (ALS) - Permanent Position

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Essex; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is assisting a college in Essex to recruit a Head of Additional Learning Support (ALS) on a permanent basis. The role leads the ALS department, ensures compliance with educational standards and drives a culture of excellence across a team of dedicated professionals.

Ideally, candidates will have a Supported Learning or SEND background in FE or HE, with proven leadership, collaboration with academic staff, and a strong commitment to inclusive teaching and student success.

Qualifications

• Experience in a leadership role within a Further Education institution.
• Experience working with students with additional learning needs.
• Demonstrated ability to implement effective support strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the Additional Learning Support department, ensuring adherence to educational standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of professionals dedicated to student support.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the learning experience for students requiring additional support.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of support services and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with academic staff to promote inclusive teaching practices.

Skills

Leadership

Educational standards

Communication

Collaboration

SEND experience

Job description

Head of ALS - Permanent Position

This College is looking for a Head of Additional Learning Support (ALS) to join them at this exciting time .

The successful professional will lead the ALS department, ensuring compliance with educational standards and fostering a culture of excellence among a team of dedicated professionals.

Ideally we are looking for someone with a Supported Learning or SEND background within FE or HE

The Role

• Oversee the Additional Learning Support department, ensuring adherence to educational standards.
• Provide leadership and guidance to a team of professionals dedicated to student support.
• Develop and implement strategies to enhance the learning experience for students requiring additional support.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of support services and make recommendations for improvement.
• Collaborate with academic staff to promote inclusive teaching practices.

The Person

• Experience in a leadership role within a Further Education institution.
• Experience working with students with additional learning needs.
• Demonstrated ability to implement effective support strategies.
• Proven leadership experience within an educational setting.
• Strong understanding of educational standards and compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with diverse teams.

Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer. Job suitability is assessed on merit in accordance with the individual's skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.