Job Description

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Ashington

Location:

Berwick

Salary:

24,309

Post Type:

Full Time Term Time

Contract Type:

Permanent

Closing Date:

23.59 hours GMT on Monday 17 November 2025

Reference:

0824-25

About the College

Northumberland College is Ofsted Outstanding and is currently building a multi-million, state of the art, new college campus in Ashington, due to open in 2026. The successful candidate will be based at the new college where a purpose-built construction, housing, advanced manufacturing and engineering centre will be located.


Curriculum spans technical, vocational further and higher education and includes large apprenticeship provision and dedicated centres for young people with SEND.


The College has two main campuses in Ashington, and Ponteland, and as part of the college group Education Partnership Northeast, it also has a significant number of satellite delivery centres across the region


Served by easy road links, and the new train station in Ashington, when Northumberland College opens its new Department for Education backed campus at Wansbeck Business Park, the college will boast a national trailblazer both in architectural design and operation. This major 52 million+ investment comes on top of the College recently driving 14million into new facilities and resources at its existing sites.

Please see the following link to our 2024 Ofsted Report, in which we were graded as being Outstanding across all areas -

Ofsted-Report-Outstanding

#Northumberland

Our Journey & Values

As an employer, we prioritize cultivating a supportive and inclusive workplace culture, where our staff can thrive and grow. We recognize that our employees are our greatest asset, and we are deeply committed to investing in their professional development and overall wellbeing.

About the Candidate

Join our vibrant and dynamic team as we embark on an exciting mission to empower and uplift students with special educational needs (SEND) at our Ashington and Kirkley Hall campuses! We're on the lookout for passionate, experienced, and talented individuals who can help us create an exceptional environment that nurtures and supports our amazing students.

About the Role

.In this role, you'll be a key collaborator, working closely with the curriculum team and student support services to develop personalised strategies that will empower students with SEND to overcome obstacles and thrive within our College community. Your creativity and dedication will play a vital role in continuously improving our provision and realising our ambitious vision for excellence.

Role Responsibilities

Using no more than 6 bullet points, please outline the daily tasks and responsibilities the candidate can expect to perform in this position.



To provide learning mentor support to students with learning difficulties and or disabilities, emotional and behaviour needs who are on mainstream or discrete College courses to integrate into the College environment. To assist in the implementation of detailed assessments and monitoring and review of support strategies. To devise and implement support strategies with senior departmental staff and other college professionals around individual students or groups to overcome their barriers to learning. To identify possible sources of problems at early stage and to communicate this to teaching staff, departmental managers and refer to appropriate college services to meet their individual needs, problems or concerns.

Qualifications

GCSE Maths and English or equivalent Learning Support/Care qualification (or equivalent) or significant experience in this field

Essential Skills & Experience

Experience of supporting individuals with SEND or additional learning needs Knowledge of Educational Health Care Plans and assessment and support plans Awareness of responsibilities under SEND Code of Practice and the Equality Act Good written and verbal communication skills

Desirable Skills & Experience - (Optional)

What's in it for you?

Join EPNE and you'll be part of a culture that prioritizes your development and wellbeing, which is why all employees receive an extensive benefits package.

Enjoy a generous holiday allowance (35-48 days per year, plus public holidays). Generous family leave and flexible working options (dependent on role) LGPS or Teacher Pensions Scheme, (dependent on role 15.7% - 28.68%) Access to myLifestyle benefits platform providing retail discounts and more. We offer dental, eye care & health cash plans. Extensive wellbeing support through a digital Wellbeing Hub that offers a broad range of support for physical, mental, and financial wellbeing. Free parking on most campuses. Free Gym access available at Bede Campus


Due to the nature of this post, you will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure Check.


We believe in equal opportunities and welcome applications from all sections of the community.


We are committed to PREVENT and safeguarding the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.