Special Needs Lecturer

Summary:

Special Needs Lecturer opportunity at a leading college in North London.

About the School:

A school committed to innovation and excellence, serving diverse communities across North London with a strong focus on preparing students for the future through a wide range of educational opportunities.

The Opportunity:

As a Special Needs Lecturer, you will play a key role in supporting students with SEND, helping them build confidence, independence, and the skills needed for adulthood. This is a unique opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of learners while working in a highly supportive and specialist environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Deliver motivating, inclusive, and inspiring sessions in your specialist subject to students with a wide range of needs and abilities.
• Act as a subject lead, contributing to curriculum development and identifying training opportunities within the department.
• Participate in initial and diagnostic assessments and contribute to the setting and review of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs).
• Serve as a personal tutor, supporting students in their progression and transition towards adulthood.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress and contribute to quality assurance processes and inspections.
• Collaborate with the wider team, including Student Services and curriculum areas, to ensure learners receive appropriate support.
• Develop links with external partners, employers, and local communities, and support student trips and work placements.
• Utilise assistive technologies and new learning tools to enhance access and engagement for learners.

Qualifications & Skills:

Required

• A relevant teaching qualification at Level 4 or above, or commitment to achieving one within 2 years.
• A specialist qualification in your subject area (e.g., English, maths, catering, dance, sport, music, or horticulture).
• Relevant experience teaching students with Learning Difficulties or Disabilities.
• Experience teaching your specialist subject to students with Learning Difficulties or Disabilities.
• Ability to offer pastoral guidance and support to students.
• Knowledge of foundation level curricula.
• Understanding of disability legislation and policies, including Education Health and Care Plans.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise with families and external partners.
• Computer literacy and willingness to use new media and assistive technologies.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and safeguarding.

Preferred

• A specialist LLDD qualification.
• A degree-level qualification in a relevant subject.
• Relevant teaching experience with adults or 14-18 year olds.
• Experience working with students with autism and general learning disabilities.
• Experience working with students with profound and complex disabilities.
• Knowledge of assistive technologies.
• First aid training.
• Experience working with external partners.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Generous holiday allowance of 55 days annual leave for academic staff.
• Access to a range of optional benefits including cycle to work schemes, eye tests, flu vouchers, and gym facilities.
• Annual season ticket loans and targeted retention payments for eligible teachers.