Craven College is an aspirational College set in friendly and inclusive rural campuses in Skipton within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, at The Aviation Academy based airside at Leeds Bradford Airport and at Evolve in the heart of Ripon. Craven College offers full-time courses for 16–18-year-olds, apprenticeships, courses for young people with special educational needs, part-time courses and degree level courses with a mission statement of ‘enriching lives through learning’. Tyro Training is our commercial training division which offers a wide range of training courses for both individuals and businesses in Skipton.
We continuously invest in our excellent, industry standard facilities with a new £1.6m purpose-built Animal Management Centre on our Aireville Campus followed in 2022 by the construction of new equestrian facilities including an international sized arena and outdoor warm up area.
We are currently seeking to employ a committed and motivated SEND Co-Ordinator who will be a passionate, empathetic, and experienced SEND practitioner with a strong understanding of the Send Code of Practice, and equal opportunities. You will have experience of working closely alongside curriculum teams to develop outcomes for students who face barriers to learning. This role will ensure the provision of high-quality transition guidance and planning, matching curriculum provision to individual student need, liaising with external agencies, feeder schools and college staff to ensure that appropriate support/assistive technology is in place to assist students achieve their learning outcomes. You will work closely with the SEND Manger to ensure that effective consultations and transition arrangements are in place for new and transferring students and that curriculum teams have the necessary support information in a timely manner. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively and coordinate through leading on the effective transitions into college of new students with SEND through the feeder schools.
- Experience and knowledge of management of staff or willingness to undertake required training.
- To be proactive in ensuring that all teaching staff are aware of their responsibilities to students who have specific difficulties and provide guidance on inclusive teaching.
- Have excellent interpersonal skills with a calm and logical approach towards challenging situations.
- Experience of working with a wide range of learners who may be difficult to engage, have learning difficulties and / or disabilities in an education setting.
- An understanding of the SEND reforms and working knowledge of Education, Health and Care Plans and knowledge of assessing support needs and annual reviews.
SEND Co-Ordinator in Skipton employer: Craven College
Craven College is an exceptional employer, offering a supportive and inclusive work environment in the picturesque setting of North Yorkshire. With a strong commitment to professional development, employees benefit from excellent CPD opportunities and state-of-the-art facilities, including a new Animal Management Centre and equestrian facilities. Joining our team means being part of a college that values enriching lives through learning and fosters growth for both staff and students alike.
