Ackerman Pierce Ltd.
Head of Additional Learning Support
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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
About the role
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.
Key responsibilities
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.
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We are looking for a confident and experienced leader who is passionate about inclusive education and improving outcomes for learners with additional needs.
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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 organizational 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.
If you are interested and have any questions, please contact send@ackermanpierce.com or call 02037638081 😊
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