Are you interested in developing your career further in our Supported Learning Department. We have a fantastic opportunity to join us as a Transition Team Leader on a permanent, full time (37 hours per week) basis.
Develop and build strong working relationships with internal and external client and business partners.
Pro-actively plan, lead and develop the Transition Team to meet operational targets, College objectives and budgets
Work collaboratively with Additional Learning Support Managers and Curriculum Managers to provide guidance, support and coaching to improve the learning journey for SEND learners
To support the Assistant Principal in the management in recruitment, IAG and inclusive growth of learners with SEND.
The Manchester College is based at many sites across the city, each with its own specialist cutting edge facilities within a friendly and supportive environment. We are the largest FE College in the UK providing education and training to a wide range of learners.
As directed by the Assistant Principal, you will be responsible for the management of The Manchester College’s Transitions Team to ensure we are working effectively with schools, local authorities and parents/carers in meeting the needs of new students with SEND.
Effectively directing the work of the Transition Officers, you will be familiar with Education Health & Care Plans (EHCP), local authority processes and person-centred planning in support of learner progression. You will support the Assistant Principal in the recruitment and IAG of learners with SEND. You will be responsible for business objectives and budgets, including the team efficiency and SEND quality improvement thus ensuring the college is inspection ready at all times.
In order to do this, you will need:
Speciality qualifications in special educational needs or willing to work towards
Level 2 English and Maths
Designated Safeguarding Person (DSP) in current organisation
The Manchester College is an equal opportunities employer welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the ‘Apply online’ button below.
Applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the key responsibilities, key result areas and Qualifications/Skills and Experience detailed within the job description.
Salaries are based on skills, qualifications and experience.
In return you will benefit from an excellent package including a favourable Pension scheme, Retail Discounts, Employee Assistance Program, Cycle to work scheme and Simply Health scheme.
The closing date for this job advert is 06/11/2021 however sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!