TRANSITION PRACTICE LEAD

John Ruskin College; Redhill; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Two pension schemes

Life assurance

Free onsite parking

Gym access

Spa and Salon discounts

Job summary

Orbital South Colleges Group is seeking a Transition Practice Lead for John Ruskin College (Croydon) and East Surrey College (Redhill) to develop a high‑quality transition offer for learners with EHCPs, SEND and other barriers. Reporting to the Head of Inclusion, you will lead transition planning and EHCP consultations, directing a team of Transition Officers from day one.

You will build strong partnerships with Local Authorities, schools, SENCOs, parents and carers, monitor High Needs funding,

Qualifications

• Relevant qualification in SEND (Learning Needs), education, wellbeing or related area, or willingness to work toward one.
• Knowledge of SEND transition, EHCP processes or inclusive practice.
• Experience of line management.
• Knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice in FE transition/EHCP processes.
• Experience working with young people in education or support setting.
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Level 2 English and Maths (or willingness to achieve).

Responsibilities

• Lead transition, assessment and admissions processes for learners with SEND.
• Coordinate and quality assure EHCP consultations and statutory processes.
• Develop effective support plans and transition arrangements.
• Line manage and support Transition Officers.
• Build partnerships with Local Authorities, schools, SENCOs, parents and carers.
• Monitor provision, learner needs and High Needs funding requirements.
• Drive high-quality, inclusive practice across the college.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation

Relationship-building

Line management

Education

Relevant qualification in SEND (Learning Needs) or related area

Job description

Transition Practice Lead

Job Type: Support

Job Category: Supported Learning

Employment Basis: Established (salaried)

Location: John Ruskin College - Croydon, East Surrey College - Redhill

Salary Range: £36,000.87

Closing Date: 14/08/2026

Documents:

• Introduction from the Principal.pdf (PDF, 156.25kb)
• OSC Corporation Competency Framework 2019.pdf (PDF, 472.18kb)
• Transition Practice Lead JD&PS - July 2026.pdf (PDF, 197.64kb)

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

Salary: £36,000.87

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

Interviews: 20th August onwards

Are you an experienced SEND professional looking to lead and shape outstanding transition support for learners with additional needs?

We are seeking a Transition Practice Lead to develop and oversee a high-quality transition offer for learners with EHCPs, SEND and other learning barriers. Reporting to the Head of Inclusion, you will lead transition planning, EHCP consultation processes and a team of Transition Officers, ensuring learners receive the right support from day one.

As Transition Practice Lead, You Will

• Lead transition, assessment and admissions processes for learners with SEND.
• Coordinate and quality assure EHCP consultations and statutory processes.
• Develop effective support plans and transition arrangements.
• Line manage and support Transition Officers.
• Build strong partnerships with Local Authorities, schools, SENCOs, parents and carers.
• Monitor provision, learner needs and High Needs funding requirements.
• Drive high-quality, inclusive practice across the college

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
• Knowledge and training relevant to SEND transition, EHCP processes or inclusive practice
• Experience of line management
• Knowledge and understanding of the SEND Code of Practice, particularly in relation to FE transition and EHCP processes
• Have experience working with young people in an educational or support setting.
• Strong communication, organisation and relationship-building skills.
• Understanding of safeguarding and inclusive practice.
• Level 2 English and Maths (or willingness to achieve)

Interviews are expected to take place from 20th of August onwards.

If this sounds like you and you will enjoy working in a forward thinking, friendly, fast paced, changing environment with state of the art facilities, we would love to hear from you. In return, we offer a competitive salary, as well as staff benefits such a choice of two excellent pension schemes, life assurance, free onsite parking and access to our fully equipped gym along with discounted in house Spa and Salon treatments.

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.