Central Bedfordshire College
Head of Additional Learning Support
Central Bedfordshire College, Bedford, Indiana, United States, 47421
Head of Additional Learning Support
Location: Bedford
Salary: £47,972 - £62,099 per annum, DOE and Qualifications
Hours: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time
Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship not available.
About The Role
Strategic Leadership – Lead the ALS department in line with the College’s strategic plan, overseeing SEND provision, policy implementation, and quality assurance to ensure outstanding learner outcomes and compliance with Ofsted and the SEND Code of Practice.
Operational Management – Coordinate assessment, planning, and delivery of support for learners with SEND and EHCPs, ensuring consistency, effective resource deployment, and a high-quality learner experience across all campuses.
Staff Development & Performance – Line manage ALS staff, including recruitment, training, appraisals, and observations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Stakeholder Engagement & Compliance – Build strong relationships with local authorities and external partners, manage funding claims and high-needs costs, and ensure accurate records and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
College-Wide Contribution – Represent ALS at college-wide meetings and events, contribute to risk management and strategic planning, and support cross-college initiatives including open evenings, parent events, and CPD.
About You
Qualifications & Expertise – Holds a relevant degree or Level 5 qualification in SEND, a teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed), and GCSEs in English and Maths, with strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, ALS funding, and Ofsted expectations.
Leadership & Experience – Proven experience in managing SEND provision, leading teams across multi-site environments, and supporting learners with a range of additional needs including autism, dyslexia, and behavioural challenges.
Strategic & Operational Skills – Skilled in curriculum development, quality assurance, data analysis, and planning inclusive support strategies that drive up standards and improve learner outcomes.
Professional Attributes – Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills; able to lead by example, promote the College’s values, and build effective cross-college relationships.
Commitment & Flexibility – Demonstrates integrity, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding, CPD, and educational excellence, with a flexible approach to working across all college locations and a full UK driving licence.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
Interviews to be held: TBC
Vision Values
Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
Safeguarding our Students The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.
Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
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Salary: £47,972 - £62,099 per annum, DOE and Qualifications
Hours: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent – Full Time
Right to work in the UK is required; sponsorship not available.
About The Role
Strategic Leadership – Lead the ALS department in line with the College’s strategic plan, overseeing SEND provision, policy implementation, and quality assurance to ensure outstanding learner outcomes and compliance with Ofsted and the SEND Code of Practice.
Operational Management – Coordinate assessment, planning, and delivery of support for learners with SEND and EHCPs, ensuring consistency, effective resource deployment, and a high-quality learner experience across all campuses.
Staff Development & Performance – Line manage ALS staff, including recruitment, training, appraisals, and observations, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and professional growth.
Stakeholder Engagement & Compliance – Build strong relationships with local authorities and external partners, manage funding claims and high-needs costs, and ensure accurate records and reporting for internal and external stakeholders.
College-Wide Contribution – Represent ALS at college-wide meetings and events, contribute to risk management and strategic planning, and support cross-college initiatives including open evenings, parent events, and CPD.
About You
Qualifications & Expertise – Holds a relevant degree or Level 5 qualification in SEND, a teaching qualification (PGCE/Cert Ed), and GCSEs in English and Maths, with strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice, ALS funding, and Ofsted expectations.
Leadership & Experience – Proven experience in managing SEND provision, leading teams across multi-site environments, and supporting learners with a range of additional needs including autism, dyslexia, and behavioural challenges.
Strategic & Operational Skills – Skilled in curriculum development, quality assurance, data analysis, and planning inclusive support strategies that drive up standards and improve learner outcomes.
Professional Attributes – Strong interpersonal, communication, and influencing skills; able to lead by example, promote the College’s values, and build effective cross-college relationships.
Commitment & Flexibility – Demonstrates integrity, resilience, and a commitment to safeguarding, CPD, and educational excellence, with a flexible approach to working across all college locations and a full UK driving licence.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy.
Interviews to be held: TBC
Vision Values
Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who by working together can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.
Safeguarding our Students The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.
This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy.
Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
Apply
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