Transition Officer

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Further Education institution in the UK is seeking a Transition Officer for its Supported Learning Department. This permanent, full-time role focuses on aiding the transition of students with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) from Year 11 to Further Education environments. You'll work across multiple campuses, collaborating with students, parents, and local authorities to ensure a smooth transition. The position promises a rewarding workspace with comprehensive annual leave and additional benefits.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with EHCPs.
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, parents, and school staff.
• Strong commitment to safeguarding and promoting welfare.

Responsibilities

• Support the safe transition of students from Year 11 to Further Education.
• Work across multiple campuses as needed based on student destinations.
• Collaborate with various local authorities and stakeholders.

Job description

Transition Officer – Supported Learning Department

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join our Supported Learning Department as a Transition Officer on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis.

Supporting the safe and effective transition of students with EHCPs, principally from Year 11 into a new Further Education environment. The role is based largely at our Openshaw office but sometimes you will work across multiple campuses according to intended student destinations, working with students, parents, and school staff from multiple local authorities.

Site Information

Our Openshaw campus is a vibrant, modern hub of learning, equipped with outstanding, industry-standard facilities designed to inspire both staff and students. Located just outside Manchester city centre, the campus offers a wide range of vocational and academic courses, with specialist spaces for areas such as construction, engineering, health, and digital.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester's learning provision and are currently rated "Good" by Ofsted. The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 09/01/2026. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!

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