L.I.F.E Lecturer

Are you interested in helping our learners achieve their full potential? Oaklands College is home to one of the largest SEN provisions for students aged 16-24 in Hertfordshire. The Supportive Learning department supports young people with a range of additional support needs and disabilities, including students who present with conditions within the autism spectrum range. A teaching opportunity within the “Pathway 1” provision has arisen for candidates interested in working with young people with additional needs. This programme is designed for those students who may find acclimatising to the environment and expectations of college challenging. These students can have a range of disabilities such as: Down syndrome, Autism and/or autistic traits, global delay, fragile X. Students may also present, or have presented in the past, with behaviours that have been perceived as a barrier to learning historically. Students may have complex communication support needs and need extensive visual support and scaffolding in order to access their education in a meaningful manner. The programme is a combination of community and classroom-based activities designed to meet the needs and provision stated within students EHCPS. Students will typically be working at a range between Entry Level 1 and Entry Level 3. If you would any more information, or a tour of our provision. Please do not hesitate to contact us. To be considered for this position, employees need to hold a Level 5 teaching diploma (or be working towards), experience of working with young people with complex SEND would be preferable. What We Offer: Automatic entry into the Teachers pension scheme Generous Annual Leave – 42 days - With additional Christmas days! Excellent CPD Opportunities to grow and develop through mentorship and coaching. Free Onsite Parking Subsided onsite restaurant. A cycle scheme and discounted gym membership Opportunities for flexible working Staff Awards Employee Assistance Programme Discounts on OASIS Beauty Treatments at WGC Discount on all UNO bus routes through Hertfordshire Eye Care Vouchers Access to shopping discounts via UNIDAYS We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and communities, and we particularly welcome applicants who are currently underrepresented in our workforce. This includes but is not limited to Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic (BAME) candidates and disabled candidates. Safeguarding Statement: Oaklands College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff to share this commitment. Employment is subject to an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory safeguarding checks.