At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with additional needs and coordinate Access Arrangements.
- Company: Join the outstanding team at Durham Sixth Form Centre, known for excellence and inclusion.
- Benefits: Enjoy personalised CPD, leadership coaching, and genuine career progression.
- Other info: Be part of a supportive team in a thriving sixth form environment.
- Why this job: Make a profound difference in young people's lives during critical years of education.
- Qualifications: Exceptional organisational skills and a commitment to inclusive education.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
We are looking to recruit an exceptional Access Arrangements & EHCP Coordinator to join our outstanding team at Durham Sixth Form Centre – where we value excellent support, care and guidance in everything we do. At Durham Sixth Form Centre, we don’t just support students – we raise aspirations and remove barriers. This is an exciting opportunity to make a profound difference in the lives of young people with SEN during two of the most critical years of their education.
What makes this role exciting?
- Play a vital role in supporting students with additional needs, helping them remove barriers and achieve their potential.
- Oversee and support a dedicated cohort of students with SEN, ensuring they are known, valued, and championed throughout their sixth form journey.
- Coordinate and administer Access Arrangements, working closely with staff, parents/carers, and specialist teams.
- Work collaboratively within a strong Student Support Team to deliver impactful pastoral care and tailored interventions.
- Be part of a thriving, oversubscribed sixth form with a national reputation for excellence and inclusion.
We are looking for someone who:
- Has exceptional organisational and administration skills and the ability to manage complex, student-centred processes with precision.
- Has fantastic attention to detail.
- Is deeply committed to inclusive education and understands the challenges and opportunities of supporting learners with additional needs.
- Builds strong, respectful relationships with students, families, staff and external agencies.
- Communicates with clarity, empathy, and confidence in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
- Works with initiative and autonomy, while contributing fully to a collaborative, caring team.
- Shares our belief that every young person – regardless of background or need – deserves the opportunity to succeed.
Why choose us?
- Be a part of an Investors in People: Platinum organisation.
- We are a flourishing high-performing sixth form where students achieve and exceed their potential.
- Be part of a team that’s ambitious, supportive, and driven by purpose.
- Benefit from personalised CPD, leadership coaching, and genuine career progression.
Join Durham Sixth Form Centre as an Access Arrangements & EHCP Coordinator — provide vital support to students in an outstanding post-16 setting. Located in the heart of Durham City, we’re just 20 minutes from Sunderland and 30 minutes from Newcastle. Play a key role in ensuring our student services run smoothly and in helping to create a supportive, inclusive environment where every learner can thrive.
How to Apply Next Steps: We look forward to receiving your application. Please ensure you submit both the Application Form and a Letter of Application (no more than 1,000 words). You can find the relevant downloads and the submission link at the top of this page. Durham Sixth Form Centre is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
Access Arrangements and ECHP Coordinator in North East employer: Durhamsixthformcentre
Durham Sixth Form Centre is an exceptional employer that prioritises the support and development of both its students and staff. With a strong commitment to inclusive education, we offer a collaborative work culture where every team member is valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact. Located in the vibrant heart of Durham City, our centre provides ample opportunities for professional growth through personalised CPD and leadership coaching, all within a supportive environment that champions the aspirations of young people with additional needs.
