Overview
Inclusive Learning Advisor (SEND and Exam Access Arrangements)
Salary: Up to £30,220.51 (FTE £34,256.26) per annum, dependant on experience
Hours: 35 per week
Weeks per year: 40
Contract Type: Permanent
Site: Nelson and Colne College, although travel to other campuses will be required
Closing Date: Sunday 31 August 2025
Interview Date: TBC
Location-based role with responsibilities across Nelson and Colne College Group, including travel to other campuses as required.
What You Will Be Doing
* Delivering 1:1, small group and workshop-based support tailored to learners' needs.
* Assessing learners and developing effective, personalised support plans.
* Carrying out JCQ-compliant assessments for Exam Access Arrangements.
* Supporting and promoting the use of assistive technology.
* Collaborating with teaching staff, parents/carers and external agencies to ensure inclusive practices.
* Maintaining detailed records and contributing to EHCP reviews and transition planning.
* Delivering training and awareness sessions on SEND and inclusion best practices.
What We Are Looking For
* Experience working with learners with SEND in an educational setting.
* Knowledge of JCQ regulations and experience completing relevant exam documentation with appropriate qualifications.
* A learner-centred approach with excellent communication and teamwork skills.
* A commitment to promoting equity, innovation, and continuous improvement in inclusive learning.
What We Offer
* Generous annual leave entitlement increasing to a maximum of 28 days (with service), plus Bank Holidays and closure days - totalling 41 days per year.
* Access to a workplace pension scheme with employer contributions of 5%.
* Enhanced occupational sick pay scheme and access to family friendly policies and benefits.
* A range of health and wellbeing benefits and support.
* Staff recognition scheme, including long service awards.
* Free on-site parking on all College sites.
Please visit our "working for us" section of our website for a full list of our benefits: https://careers.nelson.ac.uk/working-for-us/benefits/
How to Apply
Still Interested?
If you're interested in this post and would like to know more, please visit our website and complete an application form.
Website: https://careers.nelson.ac.uk/
Further questions: please contact our friendly HR Team [emailprotected]
*Please note we only accept applications submitted via our website.*
Please note: All of our posts are subject to an enhanced DBS check due to working with vulnerable adults and children. Should you wish to discuss this further, please get in touch with the HR team.
About East Lancashire Learning Group
East Lancashire Learning Group (ELLG) is comprised of Nelson and Colne College, Accrington and Rossendale College, Lancashire Adult Learning and ELLG Professional Services. Together we exist to transform lives through education, skills, and opportunity. Across the Group, we are home to 2,400 A Level and technical students aged 16 to 18, 16,500 adult learners, 1,300 apprentices, and 400 higher education students, all taking confident steps into high-value professional and technical careers through skills and higher education.
We are deeply rooted in our communities and proud to work alongside hundreds of local employers, shaping a skilled, adaptable, and ambitious workforce that drives growth and opportunity across our region. Our commitment goes beyond teaching; we offer personalised support, real-world experiences, and pathways that raise aspirations and strengthen social mobility for learners of all backgrounds.
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted for 20 consecutive years - the only college in the country to achieve this - ELLG combines excellent teaching and learning, driven by evidence-based pedagogies and practice, with innovation and employer partnership to meet the evolving needs of learners, industry, and society. Our drive towards research and development in teaching and learning underpins our practice, supporting our colleges to achieve sector-leading outcomes in English and maths, exceptional A level progress, and high satisfaction in higher education through the National Student Survey. In doing so, we create opportunities that strengthen our region, support employers, and open doors for every learner to achieve their potential.
The Benefits
Pay & Conditions
Rewards & Recognition
Facilities & Working Environment
Professional Development
Health & Wellbeing
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the adverts should we receive a sufficient level of interest. Please note: most roles advertised on AoC Jobs are posted directly by the college or employing organisation and are not being handled by the AoC Recruitment Team. If you would like to hear about interim and/or permanent roles being handled by AoC Recruitment, please send your CV to [emailprotected] and one of the team will be in touch.
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