Job Overview This role is advertised by NCC Professional Services. Part of Nelson and Colne College Group, NCC Professional Services provides expert business support services to the wider College Group. Nelson and Colne College Group is a beacon for educational excellence, made up of a family of colleges – Nelson & Colne College, Accrington & Rossendale College and Lancashire Adult Learning. The College Group is the only Further Education college in Lancashire to be graded as ‘Outstanding’ under the new Ofsted inspection framework. Together the Group forms a Sixth Form, Skills and Technology Centre, University Centre, employer training and adult learning provider delivering exceptional teaching and learning to all ages and at all levels. The Exciting Role Are you passionate about inclusion and supporting learners with special educational needs? We’re looking for an Inclusive Learning Advisor to join our dedicated Additional Learning Support team. In this rewarding role, you’ll provide targeted support to learners with SEND and/or inclusion needs across all programmes – from full-time 16–18s and adult learners to apprentices. You’ll help ensure that every learner can access education fully and equitably. As part of this, you’ll carry out Exam Access Arrangements (EAAs) in line with JCQ regulations, including specialist assessments and the completion of required documentation, ensuring that all learners receive fair and appropriate support during their exams. 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 In Return 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, then please visit our website and complete an application form. Website: https://careers.nelson.ac.uk/ Further questions: please contact our friendly HR Team h.resources@nelsongroup.ac.uk *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. The Company The Nelson and Colne College Group is an Ofsted Outstanding Further Education College with a high performance and ambitious culture. The Group was born in November 2018 with the successful merger between Nelson and Colne College and Accrington and Rossendale College. Prior to that, pan-Lancashire adult community learning provider, Lancashire Adult Learning, became part of the family in 2016. We are home to 2,400 16-18 year old A Level and vocational students, 16,500 adult learners, 1,300 Apprentices and 400 Higher Education students. Expertly led by Principal and CEO Lisa O'Loughlin, the College Group delivers year on year improvement, growth and most importantly, highly successful students and Apprentices. The success of our communities, employers, partners and economy is key to all that we do. We have forged valuable partnerships and a shared vision with like-minded organisations and individuals, creating a network of opportunity and excellence. Our highly skilled staff are committed to raising and supporting aspirations, providing social mobility and an essential talent pool for the local, regional and national economy.