Project Manager - Inclusive Mainstream Fund

We are seeking an experienced and passionate Project Manager - Inclusion to lead a major college-wide project supporting the implementation of SEND reforms across our College Group. This exciting role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact on the educational experience of learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND).

You will be responsible for ope rationalising and delivering a strategic inclusion project, ensuring the successful development of accessible learning environments, technology enhancements, transition programmes, staff training initiatives, and robust systems that improve outcomes for learners with SEND.

Working collaboratively with colleagues, stakeholders and external professionals, you will drive project delivery, monitor progress against key milestones, manage resources effectively, and ensure all project objectives are achieved within agreed timescales.

• Lead and coordinate the successful delivery of a whole-college inclusion project.
• Manage project plans, timelines, milestones and reporting requirements.
• Coordinate teams and stakeholders to ensure project objectives are achieved.
• Work closely with internal and external specialists to maximise impact for learners.
• Manage project resources, including Inclusive Mainstream Fund allocations.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and challenges.
• Provide regular progress updates and detailed reports to key stakeholders.
• Support the College's commitment to equality, diversity, safeguarding and inclusive practice.

• A qualification relevant to the role.
• Experience of project management.
• Working knowledge of the needs of learners with SEND within an educational setting.
• Knowledge of SEND reforms and their implications for post-16 education.

• Pension:
  New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)
• Accessibility:
  All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).
• On-Site Facilities:
  Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.
• Staff Development:
  Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.
• Financial Perks:
  Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.
• Discounts:
  Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

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New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and two language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.

Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.

Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.

We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.

We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective…