Lecturer in Special Educational Needs

**Description**:
‍ Lecturer in Special Education Needs
Transitions Hub, Liverpool
Full-Time | Permanent
£33,000 - £41,108 per annum
50 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
Teachers’ Pension Scheme
Access to Medicash and many other staff benefits

**Join an Outstanding Team**

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

**Role**

Launching in September 2025, our Transitions Hub will support young people across the Liverpool City Region who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) and are working at Entry Level 2 and above, helping them prepare for adulthood, further education, or employment.

At the Transitions Hub, we are dedicated to creating an inclusive and supportive environment for SEND students. We believe in empowering our learners to be ready for employment and independence through an ambitious and highly individualised curriculum.

As a Lecturer in the department of Foundation studies, you will play a crucial role in ensuring successful learner outcomes and helping students progress to their chosen destinations. You will be responsible for delivering engaging and innovative teaching, assessment, and support for a diverse group of SEND students. Inclusive of planning delivering accredited and non accredited learning, created from learners EHCP outcomes.

**Key Responsibilities**:

- Deliver inspiring and motivating teaching sessions that promote student engagement and success.
- Implement effective feedback and assessment systems to monitor and adapt teaching for optimal learner progress.
- Collaborate with a team of teaching and care assistants to provide the best opportunities for all students.
- Maintain a professional learning environment, consistently implementing behaviour management processes.
- Support curriculum development and innovation to enhance learner experiences and outcomes.
- Develop high-quality resources and utilise technology to support independent learning.
- Establish professional relationships with students and collaborate with multi-agency teams as needed.

**Criteria**:

- Possess a minimum of a relevant Level 3 vocational qualification.
- Possess a PGCE/Certificate of education or equivalent teaching qualification.
- Track record of successful teaching within the lifelong learning sector
- Detailed knowledge of EHCPs and students with SEND
- Experience in developing and maintaining external partnerships to enrich teaching and learning.
- Ability to provide clear, direct and constructive written and verbal feedback
- Ability to inspire, motivate and raise the aspirations of learners through high-quality teaching

**Please see the person specification for the full criteria**

**Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College**:
**Why Join Hugh Baird College?**

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:
**Generous holiday allowance**

Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.

**Flexible Working**

We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

**Medicash**

Access to Medicash’s health plans which are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.

**Pension Scheme**

You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.

**Professional Development**

We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.

**Industrial Commercial Updates**

Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.

**Reward and Recognition**

Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.

**Lifestyle Fitness Gym**

You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.

**Health and Wellbeing**

You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.

**Travel**

You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.

**Retail Discounts**

You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.

**Blue Light Card**

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