SEND Advisor

NCG; Newcastle upon Tyne; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Student Discount

Cycle to Work

Employee Assistance Programme

Job summary

Newcastle College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated fixed term SEND Adviser to support students with additional learning needs and\/or disabilities, including young people and adults. You will collaborate with staff, parents and external agencies to develop personalised support plans, manage a caseload of SEND and mental health needs, and coordinate exam access arrangements where required.

Flexibility is valued, including evening work, with opportunities to join a supportive NCG community

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with SEND and mental health needs.
• Ability to develop personalised support plans with partners.
• Level 2 English & Maths or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct support to a caseload of learners with SEND.
• Coordinate exam access arrangements when required.
• Collaborate with staff, parents and external agencies to implement support.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Newcastle College is seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated fixed term SEND Adviser to join a passionate team that supports the achievements of students with additional learning needs and/or disabilities including young people and adults.

As a SEND Adviser, you will collaborate with internal colleagues, parents/carers, and external agencies to create and implement personalised support plans for learners. Your expertise will contribute to fostering an inclusive learning environment where every student can achieve their full potential.

You will provide direct support to a case load of learners with SEND and mental health support needs, including learners with an educational, health and care plan, which may entail an initial assessment, regular support and support reviews. You too will liaise with college staff to plan and implement suitable support in and outside of the classroom and coordinate the application of exam access arrangements if required.

As the successful candidate, you will be an enthusiastic and adaptable person, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a commitment to inclusive education. You will have Level 2 English & Maths or equivalent and be able to work flexibly, including evening work, and supporting at external specialist provision.

As a valued colleague of Newcastle College, you'll join an inspiring and passionate team and be welcomed into a larger community of supportive colleagues at NCG. When you become part of our team, you'll be given every opportunity to develop, progress and thrive and receive benefits that put your wellbeing first.

Please note this fixed term position is until 30th June 2027. Previous candidates need not apply.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

NCG is a great place to work, with a whole host of benefits such as:

• Flexible Working
• Student Discount
• Cycle to Work
• Employee Assistance Programme

For more information, please see our website -

NCG VALUES

Our values are not just about what we do, but also how we do things. Shaped by our colleagues, customers and learners, they set the standard of how we should behave, how we work together and give us the opportunity to make the right decisions based on the values we all share.

• Being both inclusive and diverse
• Trusting and respecting our communities
• Taking ownership whilst working collaboratively
• Inspiring excellence and curiosity

For further detail about our Values and Strategy, please visit our website -