Head of Additional Learning Support (Temporary)

Head of Additional Learning Support

Temporary | Contract

Start date: November 2026

Are you an experienced Further Education leader with a passion for inclusive learning and supporting learners with additional needs?

About the Role

A training provider is looking for a Head of Additional Learning Support to lead the management, quality and delivery of Additional Learning Support and High Needs provision.

You'll provide both strategic and operational leadership, making sure learners receive high-quality, effective and timely support that enables them to achieve their potential. You'll lead a team of support professionals, work closely with Local Authorities and external partners, and use data to drive continuous improvement across the provision.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Additional Learning Support provision.
• Take overall responsibility for High Needs learners and associated funding, claims and documentation.
• Ensure support identified within EHCPs is delivered effectively and within appropriate timescales.
• Lead, manage and develop a team of support professionals.
• Oversee learner transitions, consultations and annual reviews.
• Monitor learner progress and ensure effective Individual Support Plans are in place.
• Lead quality assurance and improvement processes, including self-assessment and performance reviews.
• Manage ALS and High Needs budgets and ensure financial targets are met.
• Maintain accurate records for internal and external audits and ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice.
• Oversee exam access arrangements in line with JCQ requirements.
• Identify and deliver staff training and development requirements.

What We're Looking For

Essential:

• Proven experience managing Additional Learning Support, SEND, High Needs or Inclusion provision
• Experience leading and developing teams
• Strong knowledge of supporting learners with SEND and High Needs
• Experience working with EHCPs and Local Authorities
• Knowledge of High Needs and ALS funding
• Experience managing or monitoring budgets and financial targets
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

Desirable (but not essential):

• A recognised teaching qualification such as PGCE, Cert Ed, QTS or QTLS
• Experience of quality improvement planning and inspection readiness
• Experience within a Further Education setting

If you're ready to lead an Additional Learning Support provision and make a real difference to learners with additional needs, we'd love to hear from you.