2030 - Head of School - Supported Learning

View All VacanciesHead of School - Supported LearningSchool of ESOLLocation: Uxbridge/Hayes Salary: £52,093 to £58,332 per annum including London Weighting Post Type: Full Time Release Date: Tuesday 21 October 2025 Closing Date: Tuesday 04 November 2025 Interview Date: To be confirmed Reference: 2030HRUC is a successful merged College Group, bringing together Richmond Upon Thames College, Harrow College and Uxbridge College, based across 5 vibrant campuses.As Head of School – Supported Learning for Uxbridge College, you would lead curriculum teams based at Uxbridge and Barra Hall in Hayes, our new SEND centre which is scheduled to open Spring 2026.Reporting to the Assistant Principal for Supported and Targeted Learning, you will lead a team of curriculum and support staff, and will be responsible for the full range of provision on full and part time courses, including managing the quality of the provision. You will lead on development planning in the area, including supporting the team with preparations for qualification changes.We are seeking an individual with management experience gained within Further Education who can demonstrate the following:Degree or equivalent and a minimum of Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector A skilled practitioner in teaching and learning, and experience of implementing strategies to improve attendance and retentionUp to date knowledge of curriculum developments and recent initiatives in SEND, with knowledge of the SEND code of practiceUnderstanding and practical application of inclusive learning strategies and a proven commitment to equality and diversitySuccessful experience of managing a team, including coaching and developing staffExperience of managing change and implementing new initiatives including curriculum developmentsSpecialist knowledge and experience in SEND (desirable)We may offer sponsorship for this role.Notice For Recruitment AgenciesHRUC operates with a managed service provider (MSP) for recruitment services. We do not accept unsolicited emails, CVs, or contact from recruitment agencies. Any CVs or information sent to HRUC outside of this process will not be considered or acted upon, regardless of the terms and conditions stated by the agency.Further details: Job Description Email details to a friendApply OnlineEqual OpportunitiesHRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.Disclosure and Barring Service checksHRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre-employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.Where references are taken up by the College, it is our policy not to disclose references to candidates." style="display: inline-block; line-height: 1; vertical-align: bottom; padding: 0px; margin: 0px; text-indent: 0px; text-align: center;">