Education Service Manager

Recruiter
Confidential
Location
Bedford
Salary
Competitive
Posted
09 Apr 2021
Closes
07 May 2021
Contract Type
Permanent
Hours
Full Time
Are you looking for a rewarding job where you go home knowing that you have made a real impact on someone's life?

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a highly motivated manager to lead our team at our Sense College in Bedford.

We are looking for an experienced manager to fill the role of Education Service Manager. You will hold a relevant teaching qualification and have experience of working in the field of specialist education.

You will effectively manage a team to deliver high quality services - that meet organisational and regulatory standards - for people attending our education and day opportunities provision.

To be successful in this role you will have a sound knowledge of person centred planning, rota planning and budget management. You will need to demonstrate proven experience of supervising and line managing staff in accordance with policy and legislation.

In return we offer a competitive rewards package; supportive and appreciative colleagues, and the chance to further develop your management skills whilst working for a forward looking national disability charity.

About the role???

As Education Service Manager you will work with the Education Coordinator to effectively manage, plan and implement quality education, learning and care provision for learners with sensory loss/impairment and additional learning difficulties
You will work with the Education Coordinator in demonstrating sound leadership skills to specialist staff in achieving high standards of education provision that fulfils organisational and Ofsted statutory guidance
You will support the centre staff in participating fully in the development of Sense College education, learning and care provision that meets the needs and requirements of learners and external funding authoritiesIn return we will offer you???

Bespoke, rewarding career pathways
The opportunity to work in a large, diverse and successful charity where you can develop your skills, knowledge and career in a supportive and flexible environment
Group Personal Pension scheme
Generous annual leave entitlement
Comprehensive induction and commitment to ongoing training
Enhanced disclosure cost covered

About you???

Essential:

Level 4 or above teaching qualification or willingness to enrol for one within the first 12 months of being in post
Relevant degree or higher level qualification
Proven experience within an education management role
Experience of working with learners with disabilities
Knowledge of keeping children safe in education
Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
Computer literate and confident with all microsoft packages
Able to work flexibily and be self motivated

About Sense???

For everyone living with complex disabilities. For everyone who is deafblind. Sense is here to help people communicate and experience the world. Sense has a proven record of offering high quality, pioneering services. We believe that no one, no matter how complex their disabilities, should be isolated, left out, or unable to fulfil their potential.

To apply???

Please use the link below to complete your application.
Managers will use your application to shortlist candidates in relation to the Personal Specification; therefore, it is very important you complete this section thoroughly. We would recommend that you read the candidate guidelines and job description (found at the base of this advert) before applying.

To avoid disappointment, we advise you to submit your application as soon as possible as we reserve the right to close posts at any time.

If you are a disabled candidate and require a hard copy pack or a different format, please contact the recruitment team as above.

Sense is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable children and adults and expects all employees to share this commitment. Therefore all offers of employment, where appropriate, are subject to an enhanced DBS check.

Sense is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to ensuring that all staff are motivated, skilled and rewarded by their work.

As we say in our Equality and Diversity pledge, we want to ensure people are given the opportunity to realise their potential with us