Supported Learning Manager
Temporary | Contract
Are you an experienced SEND or Supported Learning leader ready to take on your next opportunity in further education?
About the Role
As Supported Learning Manager with a further education provider, you'll provide operational leadership across Supported Learning and Additional Learning Support, making sure learners with SEND, EHCPs and High Needs receive the support they need to achieve.
You'll lead and develop teams of Learning Support Assistants and specialist staff, oversee EHCP processes and reviews, and work closely with curriculum colleagues, families, local authorities and external agencies.
Key Responsibilities
Lead the day-to-day delivery of Supported Learning and Additional Learning Support provision.
Manage and develop Learning Support Assistants and specialist support staff.
Oversee support plans, learner reviews and EHCP implementation.
Chair Annual Reviews and liaise with parents, carers, local authorities and external professionals.
Work with curriculum teams to ensure learners receive appropriate and effective support.
Monitor learner progress, attendance, engagement and outcomes to drive continuous improvement.
Support quality assurance, self-assessment and service development.
Ensure compliance with SEND legislation, funding requirements and organisational policies.
Contribute to staff training, coaching and the development of inclusive teaching practice.
About You
We're looking for someone who has:
Experience leading Supported Learning, ALS, Inclusive Learning or SEND provision within further education
Strong knowledge of EHCPs, High Needs funding and SEND legislation
Experience managing or developing teams within education or support services
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
The ability to analyse data and use it to improve learner outcomes
Lead inclusive provision that changes outcomes
If you're ready to lead a committed support team and make a genuine difference to learners with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.