Head of Learning Support

Tradewind Recruitment; Kingston upon Hull; On-site; GBP 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Tradewind Recruitment seeks a full-time Head of Learner Support for a reputable FE College in Hull. The role involves managing support teams, ensuring compliance, and promoting equality while offering competitive pay and a suite of benefits, including 31 days annual leave. Ideal candidates will have a relevant degree and SENDCo qualification with strong experience in SEND and safeguarding.

Benefits

31 days annual leave plus additional Christmas holidays

Access to CPD courses and resources

Flexible working options

Recognition as Sunday Times Top 100 employer

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional qualification.
• SENDCo qualification required.
• Strong experience in SEND and safeguarding.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of practitioners across all levels of support.
• Ensure compliance with policies and legislation.
• Lead assessment and planning of additional learning support.

Skills

Experience in SEND

Safeguarding

Team Management

Collaboration

Education

Degree-level qualification or equivalent

SENDCo qualification

Job description

Head of Learner Support

Tradewind Recruitment is recruiting for a full-time Head of Learner Support for a fantastic FE College in the Hull area. This role is to start as soon as possible or in September 2025, and is ideally a temporary to permanent position, with the successful candidate starting on a temporary basis before moving onto a permanent contract after 12 weeks. Payment for this position will be £43,157 per annum. It is a full-time role, 52 weeks per year, 37 hours per week.

This role involves managing a team of practitioners across all levels of support, including SEND, ALS, Maths, and English. Your main responsibility will be ensuring that those with SEND are fully supported and receive tailored support across the college. You will also be responsible for:

• Ensuring compliance with policies and legislation
• Leading assessment and planning of additional learning support
• Managing budgets
• Collaborating with departments and external agencies, including Admissions and SENDCOs
• Supporting professional development of staff
• Promoting equality, diversity, and safeguarding

You will join a college with a strong local reputation, dedicated to staff development and offering opportunities for progression. This is a chance to make a real difference to students' lives.

Benefits include 31 days of annual leave (excluding bank holidays), plus 3 additional days during Christmas Holidays.

To be successful, you will need:

• A degree-level qualification or equivalent professional qualification
• SENDCo qualification
• Strong experience in SEND and safeguarding
• Enhanced DBS disclosure, overseas police clearances (if applicable), and professional references
• A CV covering your full employment history
• Legal right to work in the UK

If you are an experienced Head of Learner Support or a practitioner ready for the next step in your career, please apply now. For more information, contact Alex Bateman at (phone number removed) / (url removed).

Benefits of joining Tradewind Recruitment include:

• Competitive pay and advice to maximize your earnings
• Free access to over 2,500 CPD courses, webinars, and resources via the National College
• Flexible working options including daily supply, long-term, and permanent roles
• Recognition as a Sunday Times Top 100 employer for four years
• Exceptional service and an inclusive, equal opportunities approach