SEND Advisor; Access and Transition

Location:

Tyne Metropolitan College

• Salary: £26,761 - £28,524
• Hours:
  
  35 hours per week
• Job type:
  Permanent, Full Time
• Salary scale: 6
• Spine point: 20 - 22
• Closing date:
  Sunday 1st February 2026

We’re looking for a dedicated SEND Advisor to join our team and make a real difference to the lives of learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). In this role, you’ll support students from application through to progression, ensuring their individual needs are assessed, met, and regularly reviewed. Your ultimate goal will be to help learners become more independent, using strategies that empower them to succeed in college life.

• Assess and identify support needs for learners with SEND, managing a caseload from entry to progression.
• Organise transition visits and liaise with parents/carers to ensure smooth entry into college.
• Develop and implement support plans, including PEEPs, Medical Management Plans, Risk Assessments, and Exam Arrangements.
• Provide in-class support where appropriate and advise curriculum staff on statutory responsibilities.
• Attend EHCP review meetings and work closely with curriculum teams to monitor and adapt support.
• Promote independence and inclusion for all learners.

• Experience supporting learners with SEND, ideally within Further Education.
• Knowledge of EHCP processes and a range of disabilities.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with learners, staff, and external stakeholders.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) and willingness to undertake further training.
• A flexible, proactive approach and commitment to safeguarding and equality.

• Experience supporting learners with challenging behaviour or additional needs in Maths/English.
• Knowledge of Preparing for Adulthood agenda and FE funding streams.
• Additional qualifications such as HLTA, Supporting Teaching and Learning, Health & Social Care, or specialist training (e.g., Makaton, BSL).

At Tyne Coast College, we’re committed to creating an inclusive environment where every learner can thrive. You’ll be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, innovation, and professional development.

Tyne Coast College comprises South Tyneside College, Tyne Metropolitan College and South Shields Marine School.

We offer a vast range of educational opportunities for those aged 14 to adults - including a wide range of employer-led vocational programmes, Apprenticeships, Higher Education and specialist maritime training.

Our portfolio is multi-award winning, with national accolades and a global outstanding reputation for maritime provision. The College has a high performing SEND provision which has been recognised nationally and is a regional specialist in teaching and learning for learners with SEN. The college was rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted in February 2024.

Tyne Coast College is the North East’s world leading maritime training provider and was awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for its expertise in creating high-tech under and above water digital scenarios.

As a strong proactive voice in the north east we are passionate about providing a dynamic and diverse curriculum brimming with the essential academic and vocational skills’ training that enables students to progress on to their chosen careers.

Our motto for a bigger, better, stronger future for the region encapsulates our commitment to the region, the business sector and those living and working in the north east.

Recruiting high-calibre, professional staff with vocational credibility is at the core of our success. We are looking for dynamic and innovative individuals with a passion for achieving excellence through delivering a first class quality service at all times.

• We believe in being a strong community presence
• We believe the needs of employers should shape our curriculum
• We believe every student should achieve their potential
• We will make a significant positive impact on the local, regional and national economy
• We value professionalism, commitment, and excellence in our staff
• We welcome and include everyone in our community and value individuality and diversity

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• Work Perks at Tyne Coast  - Download
• SEND Advisor (Access and Transition) Personal Spec - Download
• SEND Advisor (Access and Transition) Job Description - Download