Personal Education Plan Officer

Solihull College & University Centre; Shirley; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Solihull College & University Centre is seeking a Personal Education Plan Officer to enhance the educational outcomes for Children in Care and Care Leavers. This role involves multi-agency collaboration, setting individual learning targets, and supporting emotional and academic needs. The college promotes an inclusive community, welcoming diverse applicants to enrich the educational environment.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting Children in Care and Care Leavers.
• Proven track record in working with external stakeholders.
• Ability to set individualised learning targets.

Responsibilities

• Support the educational achievement of Children in Care.
• Administer the PEP process and monitor student progress.
• Liaise with foster carers, internal staff, and external agencies.

Skills

Experience in multi-agency work

Knowledge of PEP process

Support for emotional and academic needs

Education

Experience working in Further Education

Job description

37 hours per week, 38 weeks term time only

We are seeking a Personal Education Plan (PEP) Officer. This position will support the Children in Care Coordinator, with promoting the educational achievement of Children in Care (CIC) and Care Leavers, between the ages of 16 to 19 at Blossomfield and Woodlands campuses. This will be through liaison with external stakeholders including the Virtual School and Children s Social Care.

The role will involve setting individualised learning targets and prioritising the student s personal, emotional and academic needs. The role will administer the effective operation of the PEP process and support the monitoring of CIC and Care Leavers, ensuring appropriate liaison with foster carers, internal staff and external agencies.

You will have experience of multi-agency work and proven experience of working within Further Education (including -year-olds). In addition to this, candidates will ideally have a knowledge of the PEP process and the challenges facing CIC and Care Leavers.

The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community and welcomes applications from individuals across all sectors. We aim to reflect the diversity of our student population in our staff profile, ensuring that we provide the best possible experience and environment for our learners. Our goal is to create a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive workplace where all staff can thrive.

For the next stage in the process, you will be required to attend the College s premises, unless exceptional circumstances apply.

Solihull College & University Centre is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all students and expects all staff to engage fully with this commitment.

Closing date: Tuesday 10 June 2025