Transition Lead

We're seeking a compassionate, motivated, and forward-thinking individual who can guide incoming students through one of the most important milestones of their academic careers: their transition to college life and then Transition to work. As the Transition Lead, you'll play a crucial role in helping students adjust, find their footing, and thrive in a vibrant and supportive college environment. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a dedicated SEND/Alternative Provision Transition Lead to join our team and play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth transition of students with special educational needs and those from alternative provisions into our college community; and support their journey.

You will work closely with students, families, schools, and internal college departments to ensure that each learner's transition is tailored to their specific needs, promoting their successful integration and academic progression, and supporting their pathway to positive destinations.

This role is offered on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week) basis, based at our Harpurhey campus.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and managing The Manchester College's Transitions Team, ensuring effective collaboration with schools, local authorities, and parents/carers to meet the needs of incoming students with SEND.
• Reviewing Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs) to understand the specific needs of each student.
• Developing individualised transition plans tailored to each student's needs, strengths, and goals.
• Coordinating with students, families, and external agencies to create and implement these plans.
• Liaising with feeder schools and alternative provision providers to gather information and insights on incoming students.
• Organising transition meetings with key stakeholders, including SENCOs, teachers, and external professionals.
• Arranging and conducting college visits, orientation days, and taster sessions to help students familiarise themselves with the college environment.
• Collaborating with academic staff and the Supported Learning team to ensure appropriate classroom support and adjustments are in place.
• Coordinating multi-agency meetings when necessary to align support strategies.
• Maintaining thorough and accurate records to track and monitor applications and transition progress.
• Supporting students in planning their next steps and achieving positive destinations beyond college.

In return you will benefit from an excellent package including:

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Simply Health scheme care vouchers.

Safeguarding

LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal opportunities statement

At The Manchester College, we're committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 28/02/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!