SEND & Inclusion Lead - Learner Support & Progress

Wiltshire College & University Centre; Swindon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 43,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

30 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

EV scheme

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site gyms

Cycle-to-Work Scheme

Professional development

Staff discounts

Job summary

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an experienced SEND & Support Manager to lead SEND and learner support provision at the Chippenham campus. The role combines overseeing Skills for Life and Engage programmes with coordinating transitions for learners and ensuring high-quality educational outcomes.

You will work with local authorities, schools and families to plan progression, manage EHCP processes and annual reviews, and lead a team to deliver inclusive practice across the college.

Qualifications

• Experience leading SEND, learning support or inclusion services in education.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, EHCPs and inclusive practice.
• Ability to lead, motivate and develop teams delivering learner support.
• Excellent communication and collaboration with schools, authorities and families.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage SEND and learner support provision across Chippenham Campus.
• Oversee Skills for Life and Engage programmes to support teaching and outcomes.
• Coordinate transition arrangements for learners entering college.
• Collaborate with local authorities, schools, families and agencies for progression planning.
• Manage EHCP consultations and annual reviews ensuring statutory responsibilities.
• Oversee SEND budgets and allocate resources for impact.
• Monitor attendance, progress and destinations, intervene as needed.
• Support lecturers to develop inclusive practice and remove barriers.

Skills

Leadership

SEND legislation

EHCP processes

Collaboration

Data-driven

Communication

Inclusion

Project management

Job description

Wiltshire College & University Centre is seeking an experienced SEND & Support Manager to lead SEND and learner support provision at the Chippenham campus. The role combines overseeing Skills for Life and Engage programmes with coordinating transitions for learners and ensuring high-quality educational outcomes.

You will work with local authorities, schools and families to plan progression, manage EHCP processes and annual reviews, and lead a team to deliver inclusive practice across the college.