Learning Support Coordinators - Eastleigh and Southampton

South Hampshire College Group; Eastleigh; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Eastleigh is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Coordinator to enhance support for students with learning difficulties. You will collaborate with staff to ensure a successful learning environment. The ideal candidate will have experience in FE curriculum aspects and a track record of fostering inclusive education. This role offers a supportive work culture, competitive benefits, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

6 weeks leave per year, plus bank holidays

Generous employer pension contribution

Regular training and development

Qualifications

• To support the Learning Support team in delivering a high-quality programme.
• Lead on SEND agenda in local context.
• Ensure outstanding support for high needs students.

Responsibilities

• Support the Group Head of Learning Support and Inclusion.
• Liaise with curriculum staff for student support identification.
• Engage with students to enhance achievement and progression.

Skills

Knowledge of FE curriculum aspects

Tracking EHCP outcomes

Successful teaching experience

Developing learning support teams

High Needs Funding Forms procedures

Education

Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths

Management Qualification (desirable)

Specialist qualification in learning support (desirable)

Job description

Care to Join Us?

We currently have two exciting opportunities for passionate, dedicated and skilled Learning Support Coordinators based at Eastleigh and Southampton Colleges. Please add your location preference to your application form. The information below provides more detail about the role.

Weoffer great benefits including;

• 6 weeks leave per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata).
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Regular training and development.

Purposes :

• To support the Group Head of Learning Support and Inclusion in leading the Learning Support team in providing support for students through the delivery of an outstanding Learning Support Programme resulting in a demonstrable impact upon student progression, retention and success.
• Working in collaboration with the Group Head of Learning Support and Inclusion, you will lead on all aspects of the SEND agenda specifically in relation to your local context and trends.
• To ensure all high needs, students receive outstanding learning support and are supported to ensure successful achievement, progression, and completion of relevant qualifications.
• In collaboration with the Group Head of Learning Support and Inclusion you will be responsible for liaising with curriculum staff and other college staff to ensure the identification and appropriate provision of learning support for students with SEND requirements, including adults and apprentices.

Skills / Experience :

• Knowledge of and / or teaching aspects of an FE curriculum and in particular Numeracy and Literacy
• Previous experience of effective tracking of EHCP outcomes
• A history of successful experience of teaching to a high standard in a school or college serving an urban, multi-ethnic community.
• Experience of developing and leading a learning support team to meet a range of educational needs
• Experience of the procedures for completing High Needs Funding Forms

Qualifications :

• Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths or equivalent.
• Management Qualification or experience is desirable
• Specialist qualification in supporting learners with learning difficulties and or disabilities is desirable

Ideal Attributes :

• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines
• Ability to work on your own initiative and take responsibility in decision-making
• Flexible in approach, including travel to other campuses and where required supporting the team with all students who require health and wellbeing support.

About Us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.