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SEND Advisory Teacher
£27,185 - £41,014 gross per annum
37 hours per week
The Role
This is a key role in ensuring the college meets its statutory duties under the SEND Code of Practice and the Equality Act in relation to students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties.
The role has a clear focus on the development and delivery of outstanding student experience as well as empowering staff by delivering CPD in relation to inclusion, SEND & the strategies used for Teaching and Learning. You will ensure that high quality support is planned, implemented and reviewed for students with High Needs, an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and SEND. This role has a specific focus on supporting adults and apprentices and the teams that work with them.
What are we looking for?
We are looking for someone with successful experience in carrying out high quality assessments for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities, including those with Education Health Care Plans. You should also have experience of Inclusive Teaching and Learning and successful experience of/and advising on teaching and learning strategies for students with learning difficulties, learning disabilities, complex and physical needs.
Ideally, you'll hold a PGCE or another recognised teaching qualification or be willing to work towards one. You should also hold a UK Honours degree or UK ENIC recognised degree or have the ability to work at a higher education level.
Blackburn College has nearly 700 people employed in a vast range of roles and feels more like a community than a workplace, and this sense of collaboration is just one of the benefits of working here. We strive to make our employee community a welcoming, caring, and enthusiastic one, fuelling ambition with opportunities and support to help us all achieve our personal and professional goals.
What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?You'll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:
- Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
- Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
- Cycle to Work Scheme
- Family-friendly policies
- Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
- Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
- A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
- Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals.
Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.
