Senior Curriculum Manager - Supported Learning

New City College; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic further education college in London seeks an enthusiastic Additional Learning Support manager to oversee the Supported Learning department. You will manage staff and ensure students receive necessary support. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, management experience, and a strong teaching background. Competitive salary and benefits including pension, staff development opportunities, and accessibility features are offered.

Benefits

Pension scheme

On-site gym facilities

CPD days for staff development

Interest-free loans for travel

Health cash plan

Employee assistance program

Technology access (Office 365)

Discounts on shopping and dining

Qualifications

• Management and teaching experience within this curriculum area.
• SENDCO experience would be highly beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Manage coordinators, assessors, and support staff.
• Collaborate with the Deputy Curriculum Director for EHCPS.
• Ensure support for students with disabilities meets needs.
• Undertake teaching responsibilities.

Skills

Management experience

Teaching experience

SENDCO experience

Education

Relevant degree or equivalent qualification

Job description

Overview

The Role: We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Additional Learning Support (ALS) manager to manage and oversee all aspects of an effective Supported Learning department at our Epping Campus. Reporting to the Group Curriculum Director for Supported Learning, the Senior Curriculum Manager (SCM) is a second-tier manager within our Directorate structure. You will line manage coordinators, assessors, administrators and support staff ensuring they are effectively deployed and to deploy other staff, so that the students are appropriately supported. You will collaborate with the Deputy Curriculum Director to ensure the effective implementation and management of EHCPS for students, coordinating with local authorities, parents, and educational staff to ensure students receive the necessary support and resources to thrive academically and personally.

Responsibilities

• Line manage coordinators, assessors, administrators and support staff to ensure effective deployment and student support.
• Collaborate with the Deputy Curriculum Director to implement and manage EHCPS for students, coordinating with local authorities, parents, and educational staff.
• Ensure day-to-day support for students with learning disabilities and/or disabilities meets student needs.
• Work with Local boroughs to agree potential funding in line with need and resources.
• Undertake teaching responsibilities within the Supported Learning department, including 1-2-1 and/or group support, or attachment to main curriculum as per your specialism.
• Carry out line-management duties and classroom observations.

Who You Are

• A relevant degree or equivalent qualification, teacher training, and both management and teaching experience in this curriculum area.
• SENDCO experience would highly benefit an application.

What We Offer

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff. Support staff fall under the Local Government Pension Scheme.
• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.
• Technology Access: Office 365 and Adobe Suite available for personal devices.

About New City College

• New City College is the dynamic group of further education colleges in East London which comprises Tower Hamlets College, Hackney Community College, Epping Forest College, Redbridge College, Havering College of Further & Higher Education and Havering Sixth Form College. Our 6-college merger places the group at the forefront of further education in the region. With a turnover of £105m, 20,000 students and 1,900 staff, it is one of the strongest and most influential further education organisations in the country.
• Our college environment is second to none, with industry-standard facilities and equipment at all campuses, expert staff and partnerships with other high-profile organisations which prepare students for progression to higher education or successful careers.
• East London is dynamic, innovative and entrepreneurial. As we develop our longer-term vision, we will continue to invest in our staff and resources to provide a distinctive offer and excellent, supportive learning environment which meets the needs of students and employers and prepares local people for the changing workforce of the area.

As the College supports a number of children and vulnerable adults, all staff are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Accordingly, all staff will be subject to an Enhanced DBS (formerly CRB) check, along with a Children's Barred List check if in regulated activity. Any offers of appointment may be withdrawn if these checks prove unsatisfactory. Self-disclosure will be required as part of the recruitment process. If you fail to disclose or provide sight of your DBS certificate, your offer of employment is likely to be withdrawn. The College's DBS policy covers the recruitment of ex-offenders and is available upon request. New City College aims to develop a workforce that reflects the diverse community we serve and actively welcomes applications from candidates from a BAME background.