Head of Inclusive Learning Support

We are seeking an experienced and inspirational Head of Additional Learning Support to lead a high-performing service that enables learners with SEND and additional needs to achieve their full potential. The successful candidate will provide strategic and operational leadership across Additional Learning Support, ensuring high-quality, learner-centred provision that meets statutory requirements and delivers outstanding outcomes. Job overview:

The Head of Inclusive Learning Support provides strategic leadership for inclusive learning services, ensuring learners and apprentices with Special Educational Needs (SEND), Additional Learning Needs (ALN) and Education Health Care Plans (EHCPs) receive high-quality support that improves outcomes, wellbeing and preparation for adulthood. The role ensures compliance with statutory duties relating to learners with medical needs, education otherwise than at school, elective home education where EHCPs are in place, and access to specialist support and equipment. The postholder will also collaborate with the Safeguarding and Wellbeing team to ensure safeguarding arrangements effectively protect and support vulnerable learners.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Additional Learning Support service.
• Lead and develop inclusive practice across the college.
• Manage budgets, staffing and resources to deliver high-quality services and value for money.
• Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, safeguarding and equality duties.
• Lead quality assurance, performance management and service improvement.
• Work closely with curriculum managers and external partners to secure outstanding learner outcomes.
• Oversee provision for learners with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and additional support needs.
• Support safeguarding as Assistant Deputy Designated Safeguarding Lead for SEND.

About You

• Successful leadership experience within FE, education or SEND services.
• Strong knowledge of SEND legislation, inclusive practice and safeguarding.
• Experience leading and developing multidisciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, organisational and stakeholder management skills.
• A commitment to equality, inclusion and outstanding learner experience.

What We Offer

• Holiday - 30 days holiday
• Employee Assistance Programme
• Free Parking Permit ( subject to obtaining a parking permit)
• Free breakfast at most campuses (term time only)
• Various other benefits are available, such as subsidised eye tests, contribution to flu injections, cycle to work schemes, RAC discounts and more!