Learning Support & SEND Manager

Suffolk New College; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 37,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a passionate SEND professional to lead their Learning Support and SEND Team. This role offers an exciting opportunity to manage a dedicated team and ensure effective support for young people with special educational needs and disabilities. The successful candidate will have a strong background in education, a deep understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, and the ability to communicate effectively with diverse audiences. Join a commitment to creating an inclusive environment where all learners can thrive and reach their full potential.

Qualifications

• Experience in leading SEND teams and managing support services.
• Knowledge of SEND Code of Practice and High Needs funding.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Learning Support and SEND Team effectively.
• Engage with external agencies to support learners' needs.

Skills

SEND knowledge

Communication skills

Team management

Knowledge of High Needs funding

Education

Relevant professional experience in education

Understanding of SEND Code of Practice

Job description

Within the range of £37,299 to £43,086 per annum pro rata.

37 hours per week, 52 weeks per year.

Suffolk New College Ipswich campus, Suffolk Rural campus.*

This post covers Ipswich and Suffolk Rural campuses. As Suffolk New College is a multi-campus college, you may be required from time to time to travel to our On The Coast campuses. The successful candidate can choose either Ipswich or Suffolk Rural as their base campus.

Are you passionate about inclusion?

Ambitious about securing the best outcomes for young people with SEND?

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic SEND professional to lead our Learning Support and SEND Team.

Our Learning Support and SEND manager leads and manages the Learning Support and SEND Team, ensuring a highly efficient and effective support service.

You will have relevant professional experience in an education or Local Authority environment, alongside a sound working knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and its practical application in education, together with knowledge and understanding of High Needs funding.

This is an exciting opportunity to manage and develop a team while engaging with external agencies. You will require the ability to communicate effectively with a diverse range of audiences, including learners, parents/carers, and external agencies, to achieve the best outcomes for our learners.

Please note we may withdraw the advert prior to the closing date if we have sufficient applications.

Closing date: Thursday 15th May 2025 at 12:00 Midnight.

Interview date: Thursday 22nd May 2025.

For further information about this vacancy, please visit our website: https://www.suffolk.ac.uk/jobs/work-for-us.

At Suffolk New College, we promote the culture of BeSNC. Implementing BeSNC is not just a choice; it's a commitment to providing the best possible environment for our learners to thrive. It's a commitment to nurturing an inclusive and supportive community where each student, staff, and community member can reach their full potential.

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. As part of our ongoing commitment to Equality and Diversity, Suffolk New College guarantees to shortlist all applicants from a Black or ethnic minority group who meet the essential criteria and all applicants with a disability who meet the essential criteria. All appointments are subject to a Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) check.

We do not recognize any agencies or search agencies acting on our behalf unless they have been officially engaged. Applicants should apply directly to us and not via an agency.

The College will not recognize any agency fees for recruitment activities unless an active engagement linked to a specific role has been agreed.

The College will not pay fees associated with CVs or applicants sent to the College via agencies on a speculative basis or in response to college adverts.

Agencies should refrain from sending CVs to anyone working for the College on a speculative basis. The College will approach agencies via our HR team if we need assistance with a post.

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