• Locations

  Solihull, UK

• Salary

  Salary £54,348 per annum

• Sector

  Special Education Needs (SEN)

• Type

  Permanent

Salary £54,348 per annum

Join Our Student Services Team and Champion Inclusive Education. 

Are you a driven and compassionate leader with a commitment to supporting learners with additional needs?

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Additional Needs Manager to lead and develop our College’s Additional Needs provision. This is a pivotal role within Student Services, ensuring compliance with statutory requirements and delivering a high-quality, inclusive support service for learners with additional needs.

You will provide strategic leadership and operational oversight, working closely with internal teams and external agencies to ensure students receive the support they need to achieve, progress, and thrive.

Key Responsibilities

 To lead and manage the college’s Additional Needs provision in line with the SEND Code of Practice and Equality Act.

• To oversee teams including dyslexia support, deaf support, SENCo, EHCP, and support tutors.
• To manage funding streams (e.g., High Needs funding) and ensure accurate data reporting.
• To drive quality improvement processes and staff development initiatives.
• To liaise with local authorities and represent the college in formal proceedings, including tribunals and mediation.
• To ensure smooth transitions for learners from school to college and support HE students applying for Disabled Students’ Allowance (DSA).

The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community and welcomes applications from individuals across all sectors. We aim to reflect the diversity of our student population in our staff profile, ensuring that we provide the best possible experience and environment for our learners. Our goal is to continue to develop a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive workplace where all staff can thrive.

For the next stage in the process, you will be required to attend the College’s premises, unless exceptional circumstances apply.

Solihull College & University Centre is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all students and expects all staff to engage fully with this commitment.

Closing Date : Sunday 18 January 2026