Salary Point 22, £26,994 per annum

Hours 37 hours per week, all year round

Contract Permanent

Location Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Interview date TBC

If you are passionate about making a tangible difference in the lives of students with Special Educational Needs (SEND) and thrive in a dynamic environment where you can continuously learn and develop your skills, then this is your opportunity to join our Additional Learning Support (ALS) Team and play a vital role in shaping the educational journeys of our students.
We are looking for a highly motivated person with an enthusiasm for improving services for individuals with Special Educational Needs (SEND) and be able to organise and manage your work within set statutory timescales. You will be able to communicate well with people of all ages and from all backgrounds, demonstrate a positive and inclusive manner and keep accurate records.

You will be employed within the ALS Team in the Student Support Services department structure under the overall management of the Head of SEND and ALS. You will report directly to the SEN Coordinator for professional, personal and organisational direction.

This role oversees a manageable caseload of SEND students, supporting their journey from pre-entry, transition to college, whilst on their study programme and their progression onwards. The current vacancy oversees learners primarily within our Inclusive Learning department, working alongside two Learning Support Coordinators you will oversee learners accessing Pre-entry to Level 1 courses who have a range of Learning difficulties and disabilities across the four broad areas of SEND.

Ideally the candidate will have a qualification in SEND or equivalent or be willing to work towards in the first year. We would also be interested in candidates who have a depth of equivalent experience in SEND as there is support available to undertake appropriate CPD and training for the right candidate.

You will also have a level 2 qualification in Literacy and Numeracy.

In addition to working with experienced and supportive colleagues, the Group provides fantastic career development opportunities including funding for teacher training, apprenticeships and various other industry recognised qualifications.

We offer:

• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Opportunities for professional development.
• 30 days annual leave, plus Christmas close down
• Access to the Local Government Pension scheme
• On-site benefits and facilities, including a gym, free on-site parking and on-site nursery (Peterborough only).
• Work closely with a highly dedicated team.

Ready to join our team?

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to thorough vetting process which includes, an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.