SEND Transition Coordinator

Bedford College Group; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution is looking for a SEND Transition Coordinator to join their Foundation Learning and Additional Learning Support team. The successful candidate will assess and plan tailored support for students with SEND, collaborate with schools and local authorities, and deliver training to staff. Applicants should have strong communication skills, a good understanding of SEND regulations, and relevant educational qualifications. This full-time position offers competitive salary and benefits in a supportive environment.

Benefits

27 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Professional development opportunities

Pension scheme

Qualifications

• Ability to plan high-quality support for students with SEND.
• Experience supporting young people with SEND in education settings.
• Comprehensive knowledge of safeguarding and equality standards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct assessments for high-needs students.
• Liaise with schools and local authorities.
• Deliver CPD on support needs to staff.

Skills

Effective communication

Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice

Organisational skills

Administrative skills

Education

A Levels or equivalent

GCSE English and Maths

Graduate or vocational training at Level 5

Tools

Microsoft Office

IT systems

Job description

SEND Transition Coordinator

Location: Shuttleworth College - Old Warden and Central Bedfordshire College - Kingsway Dunstable Campus

Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £30,915 and £41,085 per annum (DOE and qualifications). 27 days annual leave plus bank holidays, people’s pension, retail and leisure discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.

Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year

Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time

UK based contract. Requires Right to Work in the UK. No sponsorship offered.

About the role

We are currently seeking a SEND Transition Coordinator to join our Foundation Learning and Additional Learning Support department at The Bedford College Group.

Responsibilities

• Role Purpose – Assess and plan high‑quality support for students with SEND, including those with EHCPs, ensuring smooth transitions into college and alignment with individual aspirations.
• Assessment & Planning – Conduct assessments for high‑needs and SEND students, determine appropriate provision, complete professional reports for funding panels, and ensure timely documentation.
• Collaboration & Transition – Liaise with schools, local authorities, and curriculum teams to gather information, plan transitions, and support students before and during enrolment.
• Training & Engagement – Deliver CPD to curriculum staff on meeting specific needs, build strong relationships with students and parents/carers, and participate in marketing events and college activities.
• Statutory Duties – Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, and health & safety; engage in ongoing training and development to maintain compliance and professional standards.

About you

• Qualifications – A Levels or equivalent; GCSE English and Maths (A–C); graduate or vocational training at Level 5 in Education, Health, or Social Sciences.
• Knowledge & Experience – Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice (2014), safeguarding, equality and diversity; experience supporting young people with SEND/EHCP in further education settings and leading meetings with stakeholders.
• Technical Skills – Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT systems; ability to produce professional reports; excellent administrative and record‑keeping skills; understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Core Competencies – Effective communication (verbal, written, telephone), strong organisational and time‑management skills, ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure, innovate, and adapt to change.
• Values & Attributes – Commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries; flexible approach, willingness to travel across sites, continuous professional development, and access to own transport.

Interview dates

TBC

Values

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land‑based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford; The Corby Sixth Form (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport alongside the Silverstone race circuit. To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community‑based learning centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding our Students

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provide information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions, and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group’s policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders is attached to this vacancy.

Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.