Learning Support Coordinator in Brighton

At BIMM University, we are more than just an educational institution; we are a vibrant community dedicated to nurturing creativity and empowering students to reach their full potential. With campuses across the UK, Ireland, and Germany, we offer a diverse range of courses in modern music, performing arts, filmmaking and creative technology. Our commitment to excellence in creative arts education sets us apart, providing students with the knowledge, skills, and opportunities they need to succeed in their chosen fields.

As Learning Support Coordinator you will be responsible for coordinating learning support provision for disabled students, including those with mental health conditions, long-term health conditions and learning differences (including neurodiversity). The role provides operational oversight of the Learning Support team and works closely with academic and professional services colleagues to ensure appropriate support is in place in line with institutional policies and relevant legislation.

What You’ll Do

• Coordinate Support Services: Manage your caseload and provide oversight of Learning Support Advisors to ensure effective service delivery.
• Line Management: Provide operational line management to Learning Support Advisors, including performance monitoring and facilitating 1:1s.
• Primary Point of Contact: Act as the primary contact for students, parents, academic staff, and external agencies on SEND and SpED matters.
• Partnership Collaboration: Work closely with other support teams, including Student Wellbeing and Counselling, to provide seamless and integrated services to students.
• Accessibility and Inclusivity: Partner with the Building and Technical Team to ensure facilities are accessible and inclusive, removing barriers to learning.
• Liaison with Teaching Staff: Communicate student needs to relevant staff, develop learner profiles, and support academic staff in understanding student requirements.
• Support Provision: Assist students in accessing diagnostic reports, exploring referral options, and ensuring support is in place from enrolment through induction.
• Collaborative Training: Collaborate with academic staff and support training and development across the wider campus team on learning support matters.
• Advocacy: Positively promote equity, diversity, and inclusion through all student wellbeing activities, advocating for holistic student needs.

What You’ll Bring

• Passion for Student Success: Genuine desire to make a positive contribution to the student experience through high-quality learning support services.
• Effective Coordination skills: Ability to coordinate a varied workload, manage conflicting priorities, and meet tight deadlines.
• Problem-Solving Skills: Proven track record of dealing with challenging situations with initiative, creativity, and a solutions-focused approach.
• Collaborative Approach: Value contributions from a broad range of perspectives and engage effectively with internal and external networks.
• Educational Experience: Good standard of general education and substantial experience delivering high-quality learning support services in an FE or HE context.
• Specialised Knowledge: Comprehensive understanding of SEND and SpED, up-to-date knowledge of learning support methodologies and techniques, and familiarity with safeguarding legislation.
• IT Skills: Strong IT skills, with experience using student record systems, case management tools and Microsoft Office to maintain accurate records and reports.
• Leadership Experience: Proven experience of leading, supervising or coordinating staff, including providing guidance, support and oversight to ensure consistent service delivery.

Why BIMM University?

We are a values-led organisation, meaning our core values underpin all that we do. In addition to joining a committed and dedicated team, you will have access to:

• 25 days holiday per year (FTE)
• SMART pension
• A comprehensive benefits package

We continually strive to create a culture of inclusivity so that we truly represent our diverse communities. We particularly welcome applications from people of colour who are underrepresented in our organisation. We are committed to promoting the safety and welfare of our students, therefore all successful applicants are required to complete a basic DBS disclosure. Depending on the role, you may be required to complete an enhanced check / enhanced check with barred list if required by statute and internal policy.