SEND Transition & Admissions Officer

John Ruskin College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two pension schemes

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Discounted in-house spa and salon

Job summary

John Ruskin College seeks a Transition Officer to support learners with EHCPs, SEND and other needs as they move into college. You will work closely with students, families, schools and Local Authorities to ensure appropriate support from the start of their educational journey.

Join a forward-thinking, student-centered team focused on inclusion, with 37 hours weekly, 8:45–17:00, and a salary pro-rated to 28,642.36 for 40 weeks. Interviews commence from 20th August.

Qualifications

• Qualified in SEND/ learning needs or related field, or working towards one.
• Experience working with learners in education or support settings.
• Knowledge of SEND and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Level 2 English and Maths or willingness to achieve.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate transition and admissions activities for learners with SEND.
• Complete EHCP consultations and support statutory processes.
• Conduct pre-entry assessments and gather information to inform support planning.
• Develop learner support profiles and transition documentation.
• Build positive relationships with schools, parents/carers, SENCOs and external professionals.
• Support transition events, interviews, open evenings and enrolment activities.

Skills

Communication

Relationship-building

Safeguarding

SEND knowledge

Organisation

English & Maths Level 2

Education

Qualification in SEND/Education/Wellbeing

Job description

John Ruskin College seeks a Transition Officer to support learners with EHCPs, SEND and other needs as they move into college. You will work closely with students, families, schools and Local Authorities to ensure appropriate support from the start of their educational journey.

Join a forward-thinking, student-centered team focused on inclusion, with 37 hours weekly, 8:45–17:00, and a salary pro-rated to 28,642.36 for 40 weeks. Interviews commence from 20th August.