Assistant Principal - Student Services, SEND and Designated Safeguarding Lead

Herefordshire, Ludlow and North Shropshire College is a high quality, student‑focussed and financially strong college. We deliver a wide range of academic and vocational courses to around 9,000 students throughout Herefordshire and Shropshire. You will join a team committed to achieving the very best outcomes for all our students and the highest Ofsted grades. Our approach seeks the best from all staff and students, and we are committed to supportive teamwork, openness and integrity.

As Assistant Principal, a member of the College Management Team, you will provide strategic leadership for Student Services and SEND provision, ensuring that all students are supported to succeed, thrive and progress. You will act as the College's Designated Safeguarding Lead, Prevent Lead and Mental Health Lead, ensuring full compliance with statutory duties and promoting a strong safeguarding culture across the organisation.

You will lead and develop high‑performing teams responsible for student services, safeguarding, Prevent, SEND, mental health, admissions, careers guidance and pastoral support. Working closely with curriculum leaders and external partners, you will ensure inclusive practice, effective transitions, and high‑quality support for students with additional needs. This role offers a significant opportunity to influence College strategy, contribute to continuous improvement, and make a real difference to the lives of young people and adults across our communities.

The role includes cross‑college responsibilities for equality, diversity and inclusion, and the college's Careers Lead. The post will be based at one of the College's campuses, with regular travel and on‑site presence required across all our colleges.

• A strong commitment to safeguarding, inclusion and student wellbeing.
• The passion and ambition to deliver excellent support and outcomes for all students.
• Proven leadership and management experience within an educational or related setting.
• The ability to lead statutory responsibilities including SEND, safeguarding and Prevent, and careers guidance with confidence and integrity.