Lecturer – Inclusive Learning (ASD and Behaviours of Concern

Overview

Here at Merton College, we are seeking a Lecturer to provide tutorial and pastoral care for a group or groups of learners with learning disabilities/difficulties and to monitor work experience activities. You will act as a Course Leader and take responsibility for their study programme, engage in all aspects of student assessment and accreditation, and contribute to curriculum planning and product development.

The role involves embedding mathematics and English to SEND to support the College’s strategic objectives.

The position requires holding a teaching qualification, a relevant professional qualification, and experience working with and understanding the needs of SEND learners. You will be part of a team, knowledgeable about current curriculum changes and the implications for SEND learning strategies and reforms.

Responsibilities include managing students with challenging behaviour, teaching and communicating at a level appropriate to the varied learning abilities, applying the accreditation framework and assessment strategies in the post‑16 sector (incl. RARPA), and utilizing information and assistive technology in teaching. Experience working with external agencies, assessment and/or IV practices, and specialist accreditation is also required.

• Teaching qualification and a relevant professional qualification
• Experience working with learners with learning disabilities/difficulties (SEND)
• Knowledge of SEND curriculum changes, and experience developing curriculum to meet the demands of the Further Education Sector
• Understanding of the accreditation framework, assessment strategies, and application of RARPA
• Experience in using information technology and assistive technology to support learning
• Experience with external agencies and assessment or IV practices for specialist accreditation

The benefits package includes generous annual leave of 40 days plus up to 8 additional days over Christmas/New Year and an additional 5 days of wellbeing leave. A pension scheme offers a significant employer contribution, along with subsidised sports facilities, professional development and training and a salary sacrifice cycle to work scheme.

South Thames Colleges Group is an equal opportunities employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults. We are committed to equality of opportunity for all staff and encourage applications from individuals regardless of age, disability, sex, gender reassignment, sexual orientation, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, marriage, and civil partnership.

Successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced DBS check, satisfactory references, an online search and proof of eligibility to work in the UK.

We are looking for hard‑working and collaborative people who can join our team and help challenge our students to progress and achieve.