Head of Inclusive Learning & SEND Excellence

South Essex College Group; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday – 30 days holiday

Employee Assistance Programme

Free Parking Permit ( subject to a_par

Free breakfast at most campuses (term;

Subsidised eye tests and cycle to work

Job summary

South Essex College Group is seeking an experienced Head of Additional Learning Support to drive a high-performing service that enables learners with SEND and additional needs to achieve their full potential. The role provides strategic and operational leadership across ALN, ensuring statutory compliance and exceptional learner outcomes.

The postholder will collaborate with safeguarding teams, manage budgets and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, learner-centred support across

Qualifications

• Strong leadership experience in FE, education or SEND services.
• Deep knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusive practice and safeguarding.
• Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• Commitment to equality, inclusion and outstanding learner experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Additional Learning Support service.
• Lead inclusive practice across the college.
• Manage budgets, staffing and resources to deliver high-quality services and value for money.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, safeguarding and equality duties.
• Lead quality assurance, performance management and service improvement.
• Work closely with curriculum managers and external partners to secure outstanding learner outcomes.
• Oversee provision for learners with EHCPs and additional support needs.
• Support safeguarding as Assistant Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for SEND.

Skills

Leadership

SEND knowledge

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Communication

Organisational skills

Job description

South Essex College Group is seeking an experienced Head of Additional Learning Support to drive a high-performing service that enables learners with SEND and additional needs to achieve their full potential. The role provides strategic and operational leadership across ALN, ensuring statutory compliance and exceptional learner outcomes.

The postholder will collaborate with safeguarding teams, manage budgets and lead multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality, learner-centred support across