Leeds City College are seeking a High Needs Team Leader to join our SEND department, based at our thriving Printworks and associated campuses.
This role requires an experienced SEND professional to lead on the placement and support of students with Educational Health Care Plans, SEND and ALS needs across a specific campus/cohort. You will be an operational main point of contact with parents and curriculum staff, make a contribution towards positive outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable students, and line manage a highly effective team within the department.
Leeds City College is the main education provider for post-16 students within the Leeds City region.
As part of the recruitment activity, you will be asked to record a short video based on a theme which will be supplied at a later date.
Interviews will be held at Printworks Campus on 6 August 2026. The process will comprise of a desktop exercise and a panel interview (subject to change).
What You Will Do
- Lead and manage the SEND team to ensure high-quality support for children and young people with special educational needs and disabilities.
- Oversee the assessment, planning, implementation, and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
- Work collaboratively with schools, families, health professionals, and social care services to achieve positive outcomes.
- Manage complex SEND cases and resolve escalated issues effectively.
- Monitor service performance, quality standards, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Contribute to strategic planning, policy development, and service transformation projects.
- Prepare reports, analyse data, and present recommendations to senior management.
- Promote inclusive practices and advocate for the needs of children and young people with SEND.
About You
- Level 5 teaching qualification or relevant SEND / Learning Support related qualification or willingness to work towards.
- English and Mathematics at Level 2 or above and a willingness to improve in one or both disciplines to level 3 or above.
- Up to date knowledge and understanding of current Government SEND legislation/guidance related to transition, education, social care and health.
- Extensive and proven experience of working with students with an EHCP and the implementation of appropriate support strategies.
- Experience of multi‑agency partnership working and stakeholder engagement with families, schools, and professionals.
- Experience in performance monitoring, quality assurance, and data‑informed reporting.
- Knowledge of safeguarding, policy implementation, and continuous service improvement, including budget and resource management.
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