Job Reference:
ATR43946
Application deadline:
25/05/2025
Salary:
£30,150.00 - £32,066.00
Job Description
Job Title:
SEND Visual Impairment Support
Salary:
£ 30,150 – 32,066 pro rata
Location:
Multiple Sites
Hours and Weeks per Year:
29 hours / 38 weeks
At Kirklees College we are always looking for new talent, and welcome applications from all sectors.
Whether in a teaching & learning role or in one of our specialised Business Support functions, you’ll be involved in nurturing and developing the next generation of construction workers, engineers, health workers and countless others.
We’re already a successful college, but we’re continually striving to be better and do better - be part of our story!
In the role of Visual Impairment Support you’ll predominantly be based at Waterfront and your focus will be on providing exceptional student support across the college to students with a visual impairment ensuring that they have a successful experience as they transition from school, into, through and out of college to positive destinations.
Your key responsibilities will be to provide high quality support, working with the SENDCO for VI to ensure appropriate plans and strategies are in place, provide interventions identified from available data, oversee the EHCP process including annual reviews and ensure students feel valued and well supported in appropriate ways for preparation for adulthood.
Ideally, you’ll have a Level 2 qualification in literacy and numeracy (e.g. GCSE English and Maths at grade A*-C) a Level 3 qualification in supporting students with a visual impairment (or be able to prove equivalent ability) and demonstrate previous experience of working with young people with Visual Impairment and additional SEND in an educational capacity. Have in-depth knowledge of EHCP’s, the SEND Code of Practice and support strategies. It’s important that you’re able to communicate effectively, engage with young people and be able to use your own judgement and initiative in complex situations leading to successful outcomes, and demonstrate our College values of Kindness, Unity and Excellence in your role.
Due to the nature of our work, it’s essential you’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults.
We believe learning is not just for our students: it’s an important part of working here too. Staff development opportunities include a mentoring scheme, financial contributions for external qualifications and skills development for current and aspiring managers. You’ll also have access to a range of staff benefits including an employee assistance programme, retail and leisure discounts and reduced Metro travel.
We want people who believe in the value of education, and who can contribute to our culture of supporting and challenging one another.
Closing Date: Friday 25 May 2025
(We do reserve the right to close this advertisement early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications)
Proposed Interview Date: Wednesday 11 June 2025
TO APPLY (both External and Internal applicants): Download and complete a copy of the below “Kirklees College Application Form” before clicking "Apply" – you will need to attach your completed form as your application.
If you have any queries about the role or the application process please contact hrenquiry@kirkleescollege.ac.uk
Please check your emails regularly during the recruitment process (including spam and junk folders) as this is how you will be contacted once you have applied.
As an employer we are committed to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community, regardless of an individuals’ sex, age, religion, race, marital status, disability status, sexual orientation, maternity or care leaver status. We are committed to exploring opportunities for flexible working and ensuring the work-life balance and wellbeing of our workforce. Please note that any job offer is subject to pre-employment checks including a DBS check, online searches and references from former employers, in line with guidance from Department for Education.