TRANSITION OFFICER

John Ruskin College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Orbital South Colleges Group is seeking a Transition Officer to support learners with EHCPs and SEND as they transition into college at John Ruskin College (Croydon) and East Surrey College (Redhill). You will work with students, families, schools and Local Authorities to ensure appropriate support from the start of their educational journey.

The role requires SEND knowledge, safeguarding awareness, strong communication and organisational skills, and a commitment to inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in SEND or related area or willingness to work towards one.
• Experience working with young people in educational 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

SEND knowledge

Communication

safeguarding awareness

Education

SEND qualification

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

Transition Officer

Job Type

Support

Job Category

Supported Learning

Employment Basis

Established (salaried)

Location

John Ruskin College - Croydon, East Surrey College - Redhill

Salary Range

£31,094 pro rated to £28,642.36 (40 weeks)

Closing Date

07/09/2026

Documents

• Introduction from the Principal.pdf (PDF, 156.25kb)
• OSC Corporation Competency Framework 2019.pdf (PDF, 472.18kb)
• Transition Officer JD&PS - July 2026.pdf (PDF, 177.38kb)

Transition Officer

College location: East Surrey College (Redhill) and John Ruskin College (Selsdon)

Salary: £31,094 pro rated to £28,642.36 (40 weeks)

Hours: 37 hours (8:45 – 17:00 Mon-Fri)

Interviews: 20th August onwards

Are you passionate about supporting young people with SEND to achieve their full potential?
We are seeking a Transition Officer to support learners with EHCPs, SEND and other learning needs as they transition into college. Working closely with students, families, schools and Local Authorities, you will help ensure learners receive the right support from the start of their educational journey.

As Transition Officer, You Will

• 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.

The successful candidate must

• Have a relevant qualification in SEND (Learning Needs), education, wellbeing or in a related area or willing to work towards one
• Have experience working with young people in an educational or support setting.
• 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)

Orbital South Colleges Group are committed to Equal Opportunities, encouraging applications from all sectors of the community to reflect our diverse student population.

We are also committed to PREVENT and Safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Both College Campus’ are smoke-free zones.

As part of our pre-employment checks, successful candidates will be required to complete an enhanced DBS, references will be taken and evidence of all qualifications and awards will also be required before commencement of employment. Failure to do so may lead to offers being withdrawn.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK as we do not sponsor work permits, and work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.