Overview
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Location: Dunstable
Salary: Between £24,720 and £29,870 per annum (Pro-Rata) DOE and Qualifications
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week – 52 weeks per year (1.0 FTE)
Contract Type: Permanent – Term Time
Expires: 14/10/2025 23:59
Role: SEND Emotional Support Facilitator
Location: Central Bedfordshire College – Kingsway Dunstable Campus
About The Role
We are currently seeking a SEND Emotional Support Facilitator to join our Foundation Learning & Additional Learning Support department at The Bedford College Group. As a SEND Emotional Support Facilitator, you play an important role in the success of our students through:
* SEND Student Support – Acts as the first point of contact for students accessing the Haven, providing tailored out-of-class support and mentoring in line with individual needs.
* Engagement & Activities – Plans and leads lunchtime and social activities to promote inclusion, social interaction, and awareness through diversity calendar events.
* Collaboration & Advocacy – Liaises with curriculum teams to support student wellbeing and achievement, advocates for student views, and contributes to performance monitoring and self-assessment.
* Environment & Resources – Maintains a welcoming and inclusive Haven space with up-to-date displays and resources, ensuring health and safety standards are met.
* Compliance & Development – Upholds safeguarding, equality, and health and safety policies, participates in training and development, and supports college-wide promotional events.
About You
* Qualifications & Technical Skills – Holds A Levels or equivalent, GCSEs in English and Maths, and is proficient in Microsoft Office and IT systems relevant to education.
* SEND & Education Knowledge – Understands the SEND Code of Practice, safeguarding, confidentiality, and current developments in further and post-16 education.
* Experience & Collaboration – Experienced in supporting young people with SEND, working in further education settings, and collaborating effectively with staff and external agencies.
* Communication & Student Support – Communicates confidently across formats, builds appropriate relationships, and supports diverse student groups through one-to-one engagement and referrals.
* Professionalism & Flexibility – Demonstrates strong organisation, initiative, and alignment with college values; committed to safeguarding, continuous development, and flexible working across locations.
For a more detailed breakdown of the job role and the requirements, please see the Job Description attached to this vacancy. If you do not hold a recognised, qualified teaching qualification, please see attached PGCE CertEd information.
Interviews
Interviews to be held: 22 October 2025
Safeguarding
The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The policy on Employment of Ex-Offenders is attached to this vacancy. Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.
Vision & Values
* Valuing Teamwork
* Improving Continuously
* Student Centred
* Inclusive
* Open and Caring
* Nurturing Education Excellence
About The Bedford College Group
The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students each year. The group includes Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College, along with Shuttleworth College, The Bedford Sixth Form, The Corby Sixth Form, the National College for Motorsport, and other education centres.
How to Apply
Apply through the usual vacancy channels.
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