Transitions Officer​/LM

Overview

Based across all College Campus sites, SR8 2RN
/ DH1 3SG
. Two Transitions Officers are required; one role based at Houghall Campus and the other at Willerby Grove. The Transitions Officer supports the successful transition of learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and/or high needs from school into college and from college into employment or other progression pathways.

This role strengthens transition planning and communication with all stakeholders in line with SEND reforms, SEND code of practice and changes to the Ofsted toolkit, ensuring applicants and learners experience a timely, smooth, well-informed and supportive transition into college life prior to enrolment.

The post holder acts as the first point of contact for schools and a key link between external partners and internal college teams, ensuring accurate information about learner needs is shared in a timely way so that appropriate support, planning and provision can be put in place.

• Act as the first point of contact for schools and a key link between external partners and internal college teams, ensuring accurate information about learner needs is shared in a timely way so that appropriate support, planning and provision can be put in place.

• GCSE level standard education or equivalent (maths & English).
• Level 3 qualification or equivalent experience in education, SEND, health and social care, youth work, careers guidance, community support, or a related field.

• 35 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
• LGPS Pension Scheme with up to 17.5% employer contributions.
• Access to a Cash Healthcare Plan.
• Heavily discounted Gym Membership.
• Enhanced Maternity/ Paternity and Adoption leave.
• 3 days paid emergency leave per year.
• Various Paid and unpaid leave for other needs.
• Funded Continuous Professional Development (CPD) where appropriate.
• Onsite restaurant, Canteen and Hair and Beauty Salon.
• Free onsite parking.
• On site Nursery facilities (up to 5 years old).
• Cycle to work scheme and much more.
• Access to free Beamish Tickets.

East Durham College is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive community and encourages qualified candidates from all backgrounds to apply. The college operates a Guaranteed Interview Scheme for applicants who meet the essential criteria. Safer recruitment practices and Keeping Children Safe in Education standards are upheld; enhanced DBS checks apply where relevant.