Head of School - Supported Learning

HRUC; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in the UK is seeking an experienced Head of School - Supported Learning. This role focuses on leading curriculum teams and ensuring high-quality educational provision for SEND learners. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong leadership in the SEND sector, possess extensive knowledge of diverse learner needs, and have the ability to drive positive organizational change. This position involves strategic planning and collaboration with various stakeholders to enhance support for learners with high needs.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent and a minimum of Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector.
• Proven ability to lead and develop High Needs and SEND teams effectively.
• Extensive experience and strong knowledge of diverse SEND learner needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead curriculum teams for SEND and high needs provision.
• Ensure high-quality provision and outstanding learner outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to strengthen transition links.

Skills

Leadership in SEND and High Needs

Curriculum planning

Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice

Experience in managing diverse learners

Education

Degree or equivalent

Level 5 teaching qualification

Job description

HRUC is a successful merged College Group, bringing together Richmond Upon Thames College, Harrow College and Uxbridge College, based across 5 vibrant campuses.

As Head of School - Supported Learning for Uxbridge College, you would lead curriculum teams based at Uxbridge and Barra Hall in Hayes, our new SEND centre which is scheduled to open Spring 2026.

Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Supported and Targeted Learning, as Head of Department for SEND and High Needs, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for learners with mild to complex needs, ensuring inclusive, high-quality provision and outstanding learner outcomes. You will lead and inspire a team of curriculum and support staff across both full-time and part-time programmes, driving excellence in teaching, learning, and assessment across all levels of need.

You will be responsible for curriculum planning, development, and quality assurance, including managing qualification changes and aligning programmes with local skills priorities, national SEND reforms, and the Preparing for Adulthood framework. Working collaboratively across departments and with external partners, you will strengthen transition links with various stakeholders, ensuring smooth progression pathways for learners with high needs.

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic FE leader with proven management experience across the full range of SEND provision, from mild to complex needs, who can demonstrate:

• Degree or equivalent and a minimum of Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector
• Proven ability to lead and develop High Needs and SEND teams effectively, improving teaching, learning and assessment alongside growth, in line with quality assurance frameworks
• Extensive experience and strong knowledge of diverse SEND learner needs, including the management of complex needs provision for high-needs learners.
• Experience of driving positive organisational change and implementing new initiatives including curriculum developments, within SEND and High Need context
• Knowledge of changing sector requirements, Local Authority and community needs and the ability to analyse trend data and labour market information to inform curriculum offer
• Up-to-date knowledge and experience of SEND curriculum management and its developments, national initiatives and the SEND Code of Practice, applied strategically to curriculum planning and delivery

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