Course Leader in Foundation & Supported Learning

Colchester Institute Enterprises Limited; Colchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Colchester is seeking a Course Leader to enhance the Foundation and Supported Learning curriculum. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in special educational needs and demonstrate skills in inclusive teaching practices. You will be committed to fostering positive relationships with learners and improving their educational outcomes. Join a supportive team focused on making a difference in students' lives.

Benefits

Ongoing professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Substantial experience in an educational setting focused on SEND.
• Strong background in supporting learners with SEMH needs.
• Commitment to continuous reflection and improvement.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Contribute to course leadership duties.
• Work collaboratively to maintain quality in curriculum delivery.
• Participate in internal and external verification processes.
• Monitor and raise achievement according to requirements.
• Undertake additional duties as required.

Skills

Classroom management skills

Teaching across diverse curriculum

Building positive relationships with learners

Knowledge of safeguarding

Delivering positive behaviour support strategies

Job description

Join Colchester Institute – Where Your Career Makes a Difference

Are you passionate about transforming the lives of learners with special educational needs and/or disabilities (SEND)? Do you believe in inclusive education that empowers every student to thrive? If so, Colchester Institute would love to hear from you!

About the Role

The Foundation and Supported Learning curriculum area delivers a broad, inclusive, and holistic programme for learners with SEND and those facing a range of other barriers to learning. Our vision is to ensure every learner leaves us equipped with the knowledge, skills, and behaviours needed for further education, employment, and independent adult life.

We are now seeking an enthusiastic, skilled, and adaptable Course Leader to join our dedicated team. You will deliver high-quality teaching across a varied curriculum that blends qualification-based learning with enrichment activities, all grounded in inclusive practice and our shared values.

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What We’re Looking For

We welcome applications from individuals with substantial experience in a similar educational setting, particularly those with a strong background in SEND and supporting learners with social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs.

You will be:

• An outstanding practitioner with excellent classroom management skills
• Confident teaching across a diverse and flexible curriculum
• Able to inspire, engage, and build positive relationships with learners
• Committed to continuous reflection and improvement
• Skilled in delivering positive behaviour support strategies that lead to meaningful change
• Highly knowledgeable in safeguarding and committed to promoting student wellbeing

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching, learning and assessment, including planning schemes of work, preparing lessons, marking, and providing individual tutorial support
• Contribute to course leadership duties in line with Band 2 Lecturer responsibilities, including curriculum development, administration, and pastoral support
• Work collaboratively with the Area Head, Assistant Area Head, and course leaders to maintain outstanding quality across curriculum delivery
• Participate in internal and external verification processes
• Monitor and raise achievement in line with awarding body requirements
• Maintain and develop professional knowledge and skills
• Engage fully with the College appraisal and staff development programme
• Undertake additional duties as required by the College

Why Join Us?

You will be part of a supportive, passionate, and forward-thinking team dedicated to making a real difference in the lives of learners. We offer ongoing professional development opportunities and a working environment that values innovation, inclusivity, and collaboration.