SEN CM

Dovetail and Slate; Greater London; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Dovetail and Slate in London is seeking an experienced Interim SEND Curriculum Manager to lead Supported Learning provision at an FE college. You will provide strategic leadership, maintain high standards of teaching and learning, and ensure inclusive educational experiences for learners with SEND.

Key duties include developing SEND and Supported Learning programmes from Pre-Entry to Level 1, managing staff, ensuring quality assurance, compliance, and progression, and leading improvement through

Qualifications

• Proven experience in a Curriculum Manager or equivalent leadership role in Further Education.
• Strong background in SEND, Supported Learning, Foundation Learning or High Needs provision.
• Experience managing teaching and support staff.
• Knowledge of curriculum design, quality assurance and funding compliance.
• Experience supporting learners with EHCP outcomes.
• Leadership, communication and organisational skills.
• Teaching qualification and leadership training, or willingness to obtain.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of high-quality SEND and Supported Learning programmes from Pre-Entry to Level 1.
• Manage and support teaching and support staff, driving performance, accountability and professional development.
• Oversee curriculum planning and delivery, ensuring provision meets learners' needs and supports progression.
• Monitor attendance, retention, achievement and progression, using data to drive improvement.
• Maintain compliance with funding regulations, quality assurance requirements and relevant educational standards.
• Contribute to internal and external audits, Ofsted inspections and quality reviews.
• Manage curriculum budgets and resources effectively.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop inclusive practices and improve learner outcomes.

Skills

Curriculum leadership

SEND expertise

Staff management

Curriculum design

Quality assurance

Funding compliance

EHCP outcomes

Leadership

Teaching qualification

Job description

Interim SEND Curriculum Manager

Location: London
Contract: Full-time Interim
Sector: Further Education

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced SEND Curriculum Manager to lead Supported Learning provision at an FE college in London.

This is an interim opportunity for an established curriculum leader with a strong background in SEND, Foundation Learning or Supported Learning within Further Education. The successful candidate will provide effective leadership, maintain high standards of teaching and learning, and ensure learners receive high-quality, inclusive educational experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and delivery of high-quality SEND and Supported Learning programmes from Pre-Entry to Level 1.

• Manage and support teaching and support staff, driving performance, accountability and professional development.

• Oversee curriculum planning and delivery, ensuring provision meets learners' needs and supports progression.

• Monitor attendance, retention, achievement and progression, using data to drive improvement.

• Maintain compliance with funding regulations, quality assurance requirements and relevant educational standards.

• Contribute to internal and external audits, Ofsted inspections and quality reviews.

• Manage curriculum budgets and resources effectively.

• Work collaboratively with colleagues to develop inclusive practices and improve learner outcomes.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a Curriculum Manager or equivalent curriculum leadership role within Further Education.

• Strong background in SEND, Supported Learning, Foundation Learning or High Needs provision.

• Experience managing teaching and support staff.

• A strong understanding of curriculum design, quality assurance, funding compliance and learner outcomes.

• Experience supporting learners with additional needs, including EHCP-related outcomes.

• Strong leadership, communication and organisational skills.

• A relevant teaching qualification and leadership training, or willingness to obtain these.

We are committed to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All appointments are subject to satisfactory vetting, including a right to work check and, where relevant, an enhanced DBS, PVG (Scotland), or EWC (Wales) check, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education.

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