Head of Additional Learning Support

Head of Additional Learning Support – Foundation Learning

Location: Harrow / Uxbridge

Salary: £50,718 – £56,781 per annum, including London Weighting

Job Type: Full Time

Reference: 2173

Closing Date: Wednesday 2 September 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed

We are looking for an experienced and inspirational Head of Additional Learning Support – Foundation Learning to join our team in this newly created senior role
, with responsibility for the management and quality of Additional Learning Support for High Needs learners across 2 colleges.

Reporting to the Director of Foundation Learning – Curriculum and Support
, you will lead the development and delivery of a high-quality, effective and innovative Additional Learning Support service, ensuring learners receive the support identified within their EHCPs and are enabled to achieve their full potential.

You will:

• Lead and manage the Additional Learning Support provision for High Needs learners across Harrow and Uxbridge, ensuring a high-quality and effective service.
• Take overall responsibility for High Needs learners and associated funding, claims and documentation.
• Ensure learners receive the full range of support identified within their EHCPs, delivered in a timely and high-quality way.
• Lead, motivate and develop a team of support professionals, creating a culture of high performance and outstanding learner support.
• Work with colleagues and external partners to ensure effective transition into and out of college, including annual reviews and statutory consultations.
• Develop strong working relationships with Local Authorities, parents, carers and other external agencies, including in relation to High Needs placements and funding.
• Monitor and improve the quality of Additional Learning Support provision, contributing to quality assurance, self-assessment and improvement planning.
• Manage and report on Additional Learning Support and relevant Adult Skills Budget funding, ensuring accurate and auditable records.
• Use data and management information to monitor performance, identify opportunities for improvement and support strategic planning.
• Ensure compliance with the SEND Code of Practice and relevant statutory and regulatory frameworks.
• Oversee exam access arrangements and ensure these are completed in line with government and JCQ guidance.
• Contribute to staff development, training and the continuous improvement of the ALS service.

We are looking for a confident and experienced leader who is passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for learners with additional needs.

You will have:

• A degree and/or professional experience at an appropriate level.
• Proven experience of managing Additional Learning Support, ideally within Further Education, with evidence of improving learner experience and success.
• Experience of assessing learners' additional needs, identifying appropriate support and maintaining accurate records.
• Experience of working with Local Authorities and other agencies to agree and negotiate High Needs placements and appropriate funding.
• Sound knowledge of Additional Learning Support funding and Adult Skills Budget funding relating to ALS.
• Strong knowledge of the SEND Code of Practice and experience of its implementation.
• Experience of successfully leading teams and/or managing staff.
• Strong communication, analytical and organisational skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with a wide range of stakeholders.

You will be able to combine strategic thinking with strong operational leadership
, while maintaining a clear focus on learner outcomes, quality and inclusion.