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Learning Support Manager

Expanse Learning

Learning Support Manager

Salary Not Specified

Expanse Learning, Totnell, Dorset

  • Full time
  • Permanent
  • Onsite working

Posted 1 week ago, 19 May | Get your application in now before you miss out!

Closing date: Closing date not specified

job Ref: 304239564c8948abbed0b17e8dcd59f9

Full Job Description

  • The LSM will be the designated safeguarding lead, leading both operationally and strategically for the college

  • To inspire cohort teachers to deliver effective teaching and learning for students with special educational need

  • To inspire, motivate and stimulate young people real-life interests promoting their involvement in learning

  • To develop student and staff confidence, self-esteem, determination, and behaviour so that everyone can perform to their full potential

  • To keep accurate, timely administrative records of students needs and provision, using DatabridgeMIS

  • To effectively liaise with outside authorities, agencies and professionals

  • Ability to interpret educational assessments and care needs and devise suitable support and intervention

  • Ability to engage with potential new students through assessing and identifying areas of need and support including undiagnosed SEN prior to start and managing an efficient and effective admissions process

  • To have a clear understanding of the EHCP process, being able to provide the required provision for individuals, liaise with the Local Authority and ensure completion all aspects of the annual review process including transition

  • Understand and organise assistive technology for students (supported by the IT Coordinator)

  • Ensure that college policies are updated annually and implemented in line the latest educational research and national regulations

  • Be able to work effectively with all members of the college community to ensure that all students receive appropriate support

  • To have the leadership skills and commitment to support the professional development of colleagues within the college

  • To lead and/or contribute relevant student and operational information within a range of college meetings

  • To hold bi-annual meetings with the designated SEND governor

  • To monitor and evaluate the quality of SEND teaching and learning within the college

  • Have knowledge and understanding of the characteristics of effective teaching and the strategies required to support students with SEND

  • To work with the head to produce required reports for SEND students

  • To support preparation of additional access arrangements and support materials for internal and external examination in liaison with the delivery teams

  • To support the head with timetable allocation and staffing requirements for the college., The Designated Safeguarding Lead (DSL) must be an appropriate employee who is positioned within the college senior leadership team. They have a legal responsibility for dealing with safeguarding issues, providing advice and support to staff, liaising with the Local Authority, and working with a range of other agencies. The Designated Safeguarding Lead must have the status and authority within the management structure to carry out the duties of the post.


    • NB :(It is a matter for individual schools and colleges as to whether they choose to have one or more deputy designated safeguarding leads (DSLs). Any deputies should be trained to the same standard as the (DSL) and the role should be explicit in their job description)

    Manage referrals

    The designated safeguarding lead is expected to:
  • refer cases of suspected abuse to the relevant local authority team as required

  • support staff who make referrals to local authority teams

  • refer cases to the Channel programme where there is a radicalisation concern as required

  • support staff who make referrals to the Channel programme

  • refer cases where a person is dismissed or left due to risk/harm to a child to the Disclosure and Barring Service as required

  • refer cases where a crime may have been committed to the Police as required.


    • Work with others

    The designated safeguarding lead is expected to:
  • liaise with the head of college to inform him or her of issues especially ongoing enquiries under section 47 of the Children Act 1989 and police investigations

  • as required, liaise with the case manager (as per Part four) and the designated officer(s) at the local authority for child protection concerns in cases which concern a staff member

  • liaise with staff (especially teachers, pastoral support staff, school nurses, IT Technicians, and SENCOs or the named person with oversight for SEN in a college) on matters of safety and safeguarding (including online and digital safety) and when deciding whether to make a referral by liaising with relevant agencies

  • act as a source of support, advice and expertise for all staff.


    • Training

    It's important that everyone in an organisation understands their safeguarding responsibilities. The DSL ensures that everyone, including themselves, has access to training and stays up to date on safeguarding and Prevent including any changes in the law and guidance.

    The designated safeguarding lead should ensure all staff undertake Prevent awareness training and in addition to the formal training set out above, their knowledge and skills should be refreshed at regular intervals, as required, and at least annually, to allow them to understand and keep up with any developments relevant to their role so that they can ensure the college is safe and that staff:
  • understand the assessment process for providing early help and statutory intervention, including local criteria for action and local authority childrens social care referral arrangements

  • have a working knowledge of how local authorities conduct a child protection case conference and a child protection review conference and be able to attend and contribute to these effectively when required to do so

  • staff have access to, and understands, the school or colleges child protection policy and procedures, especially new and part time staff

  • staff are alert to the specific needs of children in need, those with special educational needs and young carers

  • are able to keep detailed, accurate, secure written records of concerns and referrals

  • understand and support the school or college with regards to the requirements of the Prevent duty and are able to provide advice and support to staff on protecting children from the risk of radicalisation

  • staff are able to understand the unique risks associated with online safety and be confident that they have the relevant knowledge and up to date capability required to keep children safe whilst they are online at school or college

  • staff can recognise the additional risks that children with SEN and disabilities (SEND) face online, for example, from online bullying, grooming and radicalisation and are confident they have the capability to support SEND students to stay safe online

  • staff have access to resources and attend any relevant or refresher training courses

  • encourage a culture of listening to students and taking account of their wishes and feelings, among all staff, in any measures the college may put in place to protect them.


    • Raise Awareness

    The designated safeguarding lead should:
  • ensure the colleges child and vulnerable adults protection policies are known, understood and used appropriately

  • ensure the colleges child and vulnerable adults protection policy is reviewed annually (as a minimum) and the procedures and implementation are updated and reviewed regularly, and work with governing bodies or proprietors regarding this

  • ensure the colleges child and vulnerable adults protection is available publicly and parents are aware of the fact that referrals about suspected abuse or neglect may be made and the role of the college in this

  • link with the local safeguarding panels to make sure staff are aware of any training opportunities and the latest local policies on local safeguarding arrangements.


    • Child protection Information

    Where students leave the college, the DSL will ensure relevant child protection information is transferred to the new college as soon as possible. Receiving colleges should ensure key staff such as designated safeguarding leads or the named person with oversight for SEN in colleges, are aware as required. In addition to the child protection information the designated safeguarding lead should also consider if it would be appropriate to share any information with the new college in advance of a child leaving. For example, information that would allow the new college to continue supporting victims of abuse and have that support in place for when the student arrives.

    Essential
  • Have a relevant qualification in SEND

  • Have a relevant teaching qualification

  • Have a qualification relating to assessment for Examination Access Arrangements

  • Have a qualification relating to Designated Safeguarding Lead

  • Have a record of Continual Professional Development in SEND

  • Have previous learning support or SENCO experience

  • Have evidence of teaching and supporting students with SEND

  • Have a clear understanding of the EHCP process, being able to coordinate required education and care provision for individuals.

  • Have liaised with Local Authorities and professionals and completed relevant paperwork.

  • Can assess students identifying areas of need including those with undiagnosed SEND

  • Can interpret educational and care assessments and devise suitable support and intervention

  • Have clear and effective communication skills

  • Have high levels of organisation.


    • Desirable
  • Experience of working in a SEND post 16 environment

  • Knowledge of DatabridgeMIS, Be an inspirational and creative manager

  • Have a lively interest in teaching and learning developments and curriculum change

  • Be an excellent listener and calm negotiator

  • Demonstrate leadership and personal responsibility by motivating others, showing drive and determination

  • Be adaptable and show good judgement

  • Demonstrate authority, respect, and trustworthiness

  • Have excellent writing and proof-reading skills

  • Have high level IT skills

  • Have high standards of accuracy, clarity, and consistency of language

  • Keep in contact with outside regulatory, professional and community organisations, as appropriate

  • Be able to exercise total discretion and uphold confidentiality, when appropriate

  • Have awareness of Ofsted inspections and the EIF criteria

  • Have energy, drive, enthusiasm, a positive manner

  • Contribute to the promotion of the college values through support of college policies and good practice

  • Perform other such reasonable duties as required by the head.

    Engagement:

    • + Values-Driven culture Were proud of our culture as we strive to further embed our values
    + An open and collaborative working environment, not just within your college but also across the organisation where innovation is encouraged
    + A career in an organisation that values individuality and diversity
    + Dedicated focus groups to ensure we have the optimal working environment in all aspects.
  • Professional development opportunities:

    • + Regular training and access to a range of internal and external programmes tailored to your learning needs throughout your career
    + Educational sponsorship (application required)
    + Opportunities for career progression as we are willing and able to support moves from one department to another.
  • Financial:

    • + A competitive salary for both teaching and non-teaching staff whereby pay progression is possible on a bi-annual basis, following successful performance
    + Access to a salary sacrifice pension plan
    + Enhanced sick pay that increases as it aligned with your length of service
  • Well-being:

    • + Full-time equivalent staff receive 39 days annual leave plus bank holidays (set holiday pattern)
    + Wellbeing champions and access to Mental Health First Aiders
    + 24/7 access to a free Employee Assistance Programme to provide confidential advice and guidance
    + Access to private medical insurance
    + Personal resilience and Wellbeing courses
    + Dedicated wellbeing day each year
    + Wellbeing campaigns.
  • Facilities:

    • + Great buildings providing positive working environments
    + Free car parking at every site
    + Social networking opportunities across the organisation to create new relationships both inside and outside of the work setting.