Lecturer-Specialist for Learners w. Learning Difficulties/Disabilities

Are you passionate about empowering young people with SEND to grow in confidence, build independence and take meaningful steps towards adulthood? Do you have a specialist subject and the drive to make it genuinely accessible and inspiring for learners who experience the world differently? If so, we would love to hear from you. This role sits within our Pathway Centre at Southgate Campus, a specialist provision supporting almost 200 students with Education, Health and Care Plans across a wide range of physical, cognitive and medical needs and abilities. You will teach your specialist subject and hold subject lead responsibility within the department, delivering sessions that are motivating, inclusive and tailored to individual learners. Specialist subjects may include English, mathematics, catering, performing arts, dance, sport, music or horticulture. Whatever your subject background, the common thread is a commitment to helping learners develop the skills, knowledge and confidence they need to progress on their journey to adulthood. This post is available at either 1 FTE (35 hours) or 0.7 FTE (24.5 hours). Please indicate your preference in your application. About Barnet and Southgate College We change lives, empower individuals and connect communities. We are an ambitious, forward-thinking further education college in North London, proud to serve diverse communities across Barnet, Southgate and beyond. Our 2030 Vision is bold: to be a leading provider of learning and skills development, fostering exceptional educational experiences, driven by innovation, collaboration and excellence. Our Pathway Centre is one of the most distinctive and rewarding environments in the College. The Centre has a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team of passionate teachers, support practitioners and therapists working side by side, including Speech and Language Therapists, Occupational Therapists, Physiotherapists, a Hydrotherapist, a Nurse, and Music and Rebound Therapy specialists. You will not find this depth of specialist expertise in many FE settings. We invest seriously in the development of our staff. There is a comprehensive package of training on offer, including opportunities to build specific skills in areas such as behaviour management, sensory curriculum, medical interventions and communication methodology. Whether you are experienced in SEND provision or bringing strong subject expertise and a willingness to learn, you will be supported every step of the way. What You'll Be Doing No two days look the same, but here is a flavour of what you will be getting involved in: * Specialist teaching: Deliver motivating, supportive and inspiring sessions in your specialist subject to students with Learning Difficulties or Disabilities across a range of ages, abilities and needs. * Subject leadership: Act as subject lead for your specialism within the department, identifying training opportunities and contributing to the development of resources and curriculum. Individual learning plans: Take part in initial and diagnostic assessment and contribute to the setting and review of Individual Learning Plans (ILPs) for each learner. * Pastoral support: Serve as personal tutor for one or more groups of students, playing an active role in enabling progression and transition towards adulthood. * Tracking and quality: Keep accurate records of student progress and contribute to quality assurance processes, external verification and inspection preparation. * Collaborative working: Work closely with the wider Pathway Centre team, Student Services and curriculum areas to ensure learners receive the right level of support in both individual and group settings. * External partnerships: Develop links with external partners, employers, local communities and schools, and organise and support student trips and work placements. * Assistive technology: Use appropriate assistive technologies and new learning technologies to enhance access and engagement for your learners. What You'll Bring We are looking for someone with genuine passion for working with learners with SEND and the subject expertise to inspire them. Essential * A relevant teaching qualification at Level 4 or above (e.g. CertEd/PGCE or equivalent), or commitment to achieving one within 2 years of appointment, supported through College Staff Development * A specialist qualification in your subject area (e.g. English, maths, catering, dance, sport, music or horticulture) * Relevant experience teaching students with Learning Difficulties or Disabilities * Relevant experience teaching your specialist subject to students with Learning Difficulties or Disabilities * An ability to offer pastoral guidance and support, and to empathise with students on this provision * Knowledge of foundation level curricula * Disability awareness and understanding of legislation and policies regarding disabilities, including Education Health and Care Plans under the 2014 Act * Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, including ability to liaise with families and external partners * Computer literacy and willingness to use new media and assistive technologies * Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion and safeguarding Even Better If You Have... * A specialist LLDD qualification * A degree level qualification in a relevant subject * Relevant teaching experience with adults or 14-18 year olds * Experience working with students with autism and general learning disability * Experience working with students with profound and complex disabilities * Knowledge of relevant assistive technologies * First aid training and knowledge * Experience working with external partners Potential Interview Dates Week commencing 22nd June 2026. Our Employee Pledge The College offers employees a generous holiday allowance of 55 days annual leave for our academic staff plus bank holidays. Pro Rata'd for part time employees. We also offer an attractive package of optional benefits for employees to take advantage of - please see below a list of our current staff benefits available at the College. Other benefits include: - Taking Teaching Further (National initiative): An early career support package would be available for eligible successful candidates to support new Teachers in all T Level pathway subjects and Maths, English and SEND subjects. -Targeted Retention payments for FE Teachers: Targeted retention payments are available for eligible successful candidates in specific subjects. - Annual Season Ticket Loans: We offer permanent or contract staff with a minimum of a 12 month contract the option to purchase an annual season ticket loan without the big financial hit in one go! A season ticket loan will spread the cost over the course of a year by using the salary sacrifice scheme, this helps with your finances and is paid back monthly through your salary. - Cycle to Work Scheme: The scheme is an incentive for staff, offering tax free bikes through bike shops and is run by Cyclescheme Ltd. You can get a tax-free bike, which for most people means they save around 32% of the cost for a new bike! - Employee Support Helpline: The Employee Assistance Helpline can be contacted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. They provide you and your family with counselling and advice, covering a variety of personal or workplace issues. It is free to use and all calls are confidential. - Eye Tests for DSE Users: The College will refund the cost of regular eye tests for staff that use Display Screen Equipment regularly as part of their duties. - Flu vouchers: We offer established staff a free flu vaccination voucher to take to a large range of local high street pharmacies. - Gym Facilities: Our Sports Centre at Southgate Campus is available for all staff with cardio, strength and conditioning equipment. The 2-floor gym is free for members of staff to use Monday to Friday within term time. - Hair Salon Services and Beauty Treatments: A range of competitively-priced hairdressing services are accessible at our Colindale Campus. Regularly providing special staff offers which is convenient during lunch hours or after work. - High Street Discounts: Discount for teachers is a shopping benefits website for staff which gives access to fantastic savings on leading retail brands, plus lots of great special offers! We also have staff discount available with local high street stores within walking distance of our three main campuses