Location

Section Manager - Foundation Learning (SEND)

Location

Hayes

Salary

£47,939 to £52,165 per annum including London Weighting

Opened on

2026-04-22

Closed on

2026-05-06

Interview Date: To be confirmed

Reference: 2128

HRUC’s new SEND centre based at Barra Hall in Hayes will be opening in September 2026.   

This welcoming new campus will provide a high-quality inclusive learning environment for SEND students, and improve outcomes for students with special educational needs, including those with severe learning needs (SLD).    

Reporting to the Head of School for Foundation Learning, you would lead the development and management of provision in this section, including the full range of PMLD milestones 1-4 up to LLDD and Entry/Level 1 provision.  You will line manage academic and support staff within the Section and will also teach on a range of courses within Foundation Studies.

We are seeking an enthusiastic professional who can demonstrate the following:

  • Qualified to degree level, with a full Level 5 teaching qualification recognised by the FE sector (e.g. PGCE for FE or Secondary, or DET)  
  • Recent teaching experience (minimum 3 years) on Foundation programmes, including Functional Skills and RARPA
  • Curriculum management/co-ordination experience
  • Some team leadership experience
  • Conversant with current provision for students with Learning Difficulties and Disabilities and understanding of the SEND Code of Practice

Notice for Recruitment Agencies:

  • HRUC operates with a managed service provider (MSP) for recruitment services. We do not accept unsolicited emails, CVs, or contact from recruitment agencies. Any CVs or information sent to HRUC outside of this process will not be considered or acted upon, regardless of the terms and conditions stated by the agency. 

Further details:   Job Description    

Equal Opportunities

HRUC is an equal opportunities employer. We encourage applications from all people, irrespective of disability, race, gender, age, sexual orientation, transsexual or gender reassignment, marital or civil partnership, religion/faith or pregnancy and maternity leave.

Disclosure and Barring Service checks 

HRUC (Harrow, Richmond & Uxbridge Colleges) is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults, and we expect all staff to share this commitment. To ensure that we meet our safeguarding commitments we will carry out all necessary pre-employment checks, including undertaking an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring check for all successful candidates.  

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Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College (HRUC) is committed to the fair treatment of all applicants, employees, learners, and volunteers, including those with criminal records. We actively promote equality of opportunity and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates, including ex-offenders. Our approach is in line with all relevant and current safeguarding and equality legislation.