SEN Centre Support Lead

TCHC; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 27,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization in Ipswich seeks an SEN Centre Support Lead to manage individualised SEN Support Plans, conduct EHCP reviews, and support diverse learner needs. The ideal candidate must have relevant qualifications, demonstrable experience in a similar role, and a compassionate approach towards learners. This full-time role offers a competitive salary of £27,000 and various employee benefits.

Benefits

20 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Additional leave for Christmas shutdown

Sick pay allowance after probation

Pension scheme after 3 months

Bupa Cash Plan after probation

Employee Assistance Programme

Discounted BUPA membership

Travel reimbursement for work duties

Qualifications

• Learning Support Qualifications from Level 2 is essential.
• GCSE in Maths and English A-C or 4-9 is essential.
• Functional Skills Level 2 is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage SEN Support Plans tailored to individual learner needs.
• Attend and contribute to EHCP reviews.
• Develop effective strategies for diverse learner needs.
• Support Learning Support Assistants with guidance.

Skills

Demonstrable experience in a similar role focused on SEN

Strong understanding of EHCPs

Excellent problem‑solving skills

Strong communication skills

Compassionate approach to learners

Experience with challenging learners

Motivating learners

Education

Learning Support Qualifications from Level 2

Maths and English GCSE A-c or 4-9

Functional Skills Level 2

CPD in dyslexia awareness, ADHD, etc.

Job description

Who are we

TCHC Group has been creating opportunities since 2004 supporting young people and adults to learn achieve and progress. We're an ethical friendly and disability-confident employer that believes in working together to make a difference.

TCHC is a disability confident committed employer.

Who are we looking for

The role involves managing SEN Support Plans by developing, implementing, and overseeing individualised plans. It includes attending and contributing to EHCP reviews with the Centre Manager ensuring plans are updated for effectiveness. The position requires working collaboratively with staff to develop strategies for diverse learner needs, supporting Learning Support Assistants with guidance and tools, and ensuring resource allocation. Direct intervention through 1-1 and small group sessions is essential to support learner progress. The role also includes leading meetings, maintaining communication with parents, assisting high-needs learners during enrolment and organising transition activities to aid learner integration.

Job Title: SEN Centre Support Lead

Location: Ipswich

Working Hours: 8.30 am to 5.00 pm Monday to Friday, 1-hour lunch unpaid, 37.5 hours per week.

Contract Type: Permanent

Reports to: Centre Manager

Qualifications

• Learning Support Qualifications from Level 2 (Essential)
• Maths and English GCSE A-c or 4 9 (Essential)
• Functional Skills Level 2 (Essential)
• CPD in dyslexia awareness, ADHD, ASD, Dyscalculia, Dyspraxia, Aspergers, challenging behaviour (Desirable)
• Other qualifications that may be relevant to the role will be considered depending on the status (Desirable)

Experience

• Demonstrable experience in a similar role focused on SEN.
• Strong understanding of EHCPs
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and adaptability.
• Strong communication skills both written and verbal.
• A compassionate and understanding approach to learners in education.
• Experience of working with learners who may be challenging at times.
• Experience in motivating learners and raising their aspirations.

Main Tasks & Responsibilities

• Manage SEN Support Plans: develop, implement and oversee support plans tailored to individual learner needs.
• EHCP Reviews: attend and contribute to EHCP reviews alongside the Centre Manager and amend plans post review to ensure they remain effective and relevant.
• Support Strategy Development: work with staff to develop effective strategies for meeting the diverse needs of learners.
• Line Management: with the Centre Manager's support, support Learning Support Assistants (LSAs), ensuring they have the guidance and tools needed to succeed.
• Resource Allocation: ensure that learners have access to appropriate resources to aid their learning needs.
• Direct Intervention: conduct 1‑1 and small group sessions to support learner progress and address specific challenges.
• Collaborative Support: actively support sessions and conduct intervention work to aid learner development.
• Meetings: lead LSA meetings with the Centre Manager to review and progress support plans and interventions.
• Parental Communication: maintain open lines of communication with parents as needed to discuss learner progress and concerns.
• Enrolment Support: assist in the enrolment process for learners with high needs ensuring a smooth transition.
• Transition Planning: plan and organise transition days working closely with the Centre Manager to ensure effective integration for learners.

Safeguarding Prevent & Equal Opportunities

TCHC is dedicated to promoting equal opportunities and preventing discrimination for everyone. Our commitment extends to adhering to Safer Recruitment Policies, safeguarding practices, complying with the Prevent Duty, and advocating for the well‑being of children, youth and adults. We will continuously enhance and refine our robust safeguarding processes and procedures, fostering a culture of safeguarding among our team members and volunteers.

Commitment to Safeguarding

TCHC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. All staff are expected to adhere to our Safeguarding & Child Protection Policy and the safeguarding responsibilities outlined in their job description.

We conduct Safer Recruitment Checks on all staff prior to confirming a start date in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education. An online search of information within the public domain is conducted on all candidates who are invited to interview.

Pre‑employment checks

The company also conducts an internal online search on social media platforms in accordance with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidance. Should any pertinent information arise from this search it will be discussed with the applicant as part of the recruitment process.

Please note that upon a successful job offer the company performs digitalised right‑to‑work checks and initiates DBS applications through an external service provider. An enhanced DBS check including the barred list is mandatory for this role.

Rewards for your hard work

• The full‑time equivalent annual leave entitlement is 20 days per year in addition to 8 UK public holidays. An additional day of leave will be added for each complete year of service effective from the commencement of the next holiday year up to a maximum of 5 additional days after 5 years of service giving a maximum total annual leave entitlement of 25 days. This will be pro rata for part‑time hours.
• We operate a Christmas and New Year shutdown period in which you will receive an additional 3 days of leave at full pay to cover this closure period after 1 year of service. This will be pro rata for part‑time hours.
• When your birthday falls on a working day you will receive the day off at full pay.
• Sickness pay allowance after the probationary period.
• Pension scheme after 3 months of employment with us.
• Bupa Cash Plan level 1 paid by the company after the probationary period.
• Employee Assistance Programme to access help and support 24 hours a day every day of the year for immediate family (eligibility applies).
• Discounted membership for BUPA (subject to the qualifying conditions).
• Long Service club loyalty gift upon completion of 5 and 10 years of continuous service.
• Quarterly and annual awards.
• Company tools and equipment for the performance of your duties.
• Reimbursement of travel to other locations outside of the Centre (this will exclude travelling to the usual workplace).

How to Apply

To apply please complete the application form online at:

Employment Type: Full‑Time

Vacancy: 1

Monthly Salary: 27000 - 27000

Experience: years