Learning Support Coordinator Southampton College

Care to Join Us?

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated and skilled Learning Support Coordinator. The information below provides more detail about the role.

We offer great benefits including;

• 6 weeks leave per year, plus bank holidays (pro rata).

• Generous employer pension contribution

• Regular training and development.

Purposes:

• To support the Group Head of Learning Support and Inclusion in leading the Learning Support team in providing support for students through the delivery of an outstanding Learning Support Programme resulting in a demonstrable impact upon student progression, retention and success.

• Working in collaboration with the Group Head of Learning Support and Inclusion, you will lead on all aspects of the SEND agenda specifically in relation to your local context and trends.

• To ensure all high needs, students receive outstanding learning support and are supported to ensure successful achievement, progression, and completion of relevant qualifications.

• In collaboration with the Group Head of Learning Support and Inclusion you will be responsible for liaising with curriculum staff and other college staff to ensure the identification and appropriate provision of learning support for students with SEND requirements, including adults and apprentices.

Skills/Experience:

• Knowledge of and/or teaching aspects of an FE curriculum and in particular Numeracy and Literacy

• Previous experience of effective tracking of EHCP outcomes

• A history of successful experience of teaching to a high standard in a school or college serving an urban, multi-ethnic community.

• Experience of developing and leading a learning support team to meet a range of educational needs

• Experience of the procedures for completing High Needs Funding Forms
  

Qualifications:

• Minimum GCSE grade 4 / C in English & Maths or equivalent.

• Management Qualification or experience is desirable

• Specialist qualification in supporting learners with learning difficulties and or disabilities is desirable

Ideal Attributes:

• Ability to work under pressure and to deadlines

• Ability to work on your own initiative and take responsibility in decision-making

• Flexible in approach, including travel to other campuses and where required supporting the team with all students who require health and wellbeing support.
  
  

About Us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond.

We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

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We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.