Head of SEND (Special Educational Needs)

Salary: £43,738 - £46,184

Here’s the standard bit: This is an exciting opportunity for the right individual to make a real difference to the outcomes for young people with SEND. As a skilled and passionate individual; you will support the Senior Leadership Team in developing a whole college approach to SEND. You will ensure that support is deployed and delivered effectively and that teachers are equipped with the skills and understanding to meet the needs of SEND learners with or without an EHCP. You will have experience in developing effective systems which allow staff efficient access to information and resources regarding individual learner needs. Along with an expert knowledge of the SEND code of practice, you will also have the skills to provide accurate and timely management information. In addition to developing the Learning Support provision as learner needs grow and change, you will also support the Senior Management Team in providing key information to understand, develop and meet strategic objectives within the borough.

What you’ll need: You will have a proven track record in understanding the needs of learners, SEND/EHCP processes and legislation and managing a diverse team of staff. You will have the necessary skills to develop effective and accurate systems to ensure that support is of high quality and that funding is used effectively. A good working knowledge of the EHCP process, high needs funding and a good command of using systems are essential for this role.

As a support colleague you’ll go into the Local Government Pensions scheme and enjoy some really great benefit’s, i.e. Costa Coffee on site, Free on site Gym at Beaufort Road, onsite bakery products at Tameside One, The Restaurant at Tameside One to name but a few. Of course we offer retail discounts, cycle to work, great holiday allowances and a saving club via Manchester Credit Union.

About us: Tameside College has an excellent reputation and this is a real opportunity for you to make a difference in people’s lives. We’re based in Ashton-Under-Lyne, Greater Manchester in a diverse and vibrant further education college that offers a wide range of course including A level and advanced level vocational study programmes, Apprenticeships and adult courses up to degree Level. We aim to give all our students an exceptional experience.

We believe in excellence and we back that up with high expectations, a superb working environment (as part of the Vision Tameside £100 million+ accommodation strategy) and outstanding teaching. We also believe that attending college is about more than achieving a qualification, important though that is. This is why we aim to give learners every opportunity to develop their full potential in a supportive and friendly environment.

Come join us on our journey to outstanding!

Recruitment Agencies: We are not utilising the service of recruitment agencies for this vacancy and will accept direct applications only. Any CV’s forwarded for this vacancy will be treated as a gift and not subject to your terms and conditions.