Curriculum and Quality Manager – SEND (Special Education Needs and Disabilities)

The post holder will be responsible for curriculum design and delivery of the SEND (19+ EHCP) study-programme offer at the Learning and Enterprise College Bexley. They will be expected to develop a strategic, efficient learning offer for learners with EHCP that supports progression towards independence and/or work where appropriate. They will ensure continuous improvement through effective deployment of resources and provision of a diverse, creative, and flexible curriculum.

Please refer to the Job Description attached for more information.

For an informal discussion about the role please contact Jane Whitefield, Vice Principal; [email protected]  or call 020 3045 3635 

Candidate Profile

The post holder will be skilled in understanding the requirements set by relevant legislation and codes of practice in place and will work towards the continues strengthening of the college’s curriculum offer for SEND. They will be confident engaging with a wide range of relevant stakeholders to shape our offer to local needs, engage target groups, and deliver high quality outcomes for learners and partners.

You will be supported to undertake professional development activities and further training and be a designated safeguarding officer. You will receive a comprehensive induction and support throughout your role.

For the full list of essential and desirable criteria for this role then please refer to the Person Specification within the Job Description attached.

Bexley is a vibrant and diverse outer London Borough nestled in the Thames Gateway between London and Kent which means it combines the perfect blend of city vibe and the tranquillity of Kent. It's got award-winning parks, open spaces, and heritage sites. The borough has excellent transport connections, including the Elizabeth Line and proximity to the M25. Bexley offers fantastic amenities such as libraries, leisure centres, and shopping areas. Our borough is also home to numerous primary and secondary schools, as well as further education institutions.

Our Offer to you

We will offer you in return a package that includes a competitive salary, coaching and mentoring programmes, an excellent pension scheme and generous annual leave plus bank holidays. For more information on the benefits package on offer please refer to the Candidate Information document attached.

Recruitment Information

As a disability confident employer Bexley welcomes applications from people with all disabilities, including hidden disabilities and mental health conditions. We will interview any disabled applicant who meets the minimum criteria. If you require reasonable adjustments to be made to any part of the recruitment process due to your disability, please contact us on  [email protected]

This authority is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

This role may be available as a development opportunity through secondment for the Council’s existing employees.  The Council’s Secondment Scheme can be found here. If this option is of interest, please contact the recruiting manager.

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