Additional Learning Support Co-ordinator

You will be accountable for reviewing and assessing applications from prospective and current students in your allocated curriculum areas who have disclosed SEND, to ensure that correct levels of support are in place for them throughout their study programme. You will ensure a good Learning Support service is provided at Colchester Institute, through managing and timetabling Learning Support Practitioners (LSP), liaising with your allocated course teams, maintaining knowledge of high needs and complex learners and their support, reviewing services and support in place throughout the year and carrying out any legal requirements for these learners. You will also be a single point of contact for students in your allocated curriculum area.

You will hold a Level 3 or equivalent qualification in maths and English or Literacy and Numeracy. You will also have an excellent understanding of Further Education and the role of Additional Learning Support as well as an active awareness of the Learning Support Practitioner role within an FE college and the allocation of LSPs against student timetables.

Colchester Institute is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We strive to be an Equal Opportunities employer. All applicants who are offered employment will be subject to a Criminal Records check from the Disclosure and Barring Service. Colchester Institute will carry out an online search as part of our due diligence on shortlisted candidates.

Our Benefits include:

• Generous holiday (28 days per year, plus efficiency closure over Christmas and New Year and all Bank Holidays)
• Excellent opportunities for professional development
• Local Government Pension Scheme (22.6% employer contribution)
• Extensive Employee Benefits Scheme including discounts at high street and online retailers