Director of Student Support
Director of Student Support
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Job Description
Are you a strategic and compassionate leader with a passion for student welfare and inclusion DN Colleges Group is seeking a dedicatedDirector of Student Supportto lead our Safeguarding Wellbeing Counselling and SEND services. This is a pivotal role in shaping the student experience and ensuring every learner receives the support they need to thrive.
About the Role
As Director of Student Support you will be the Colleges Designated Safeguarding Lead and SENDCO providing strategic leadership across student support services. You will work closely with senior leaders external agencies and stakeholders to ensure our provision is inclusive responsive and aligned with national priorities. Your leadership will help drive improvements in student wellbeing achievement and progression.
Essential Criteria
- Degree or equivalent in SEND Safeguarding Counselling Social Work or a related subject.
- Proven experience of strategic leadership in an educational setting with measurable impact.
- Strong knowledge and experience in Safeguarding and SEND provision.
- Excellent communication interpersonal and data analysis skills.
- Demonstrable experience of managing teams budgets and cross-college initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead and manage Safeguarding Wellbeing Counselling and SEND teams across the College.
- Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead and strategic lead for mental health and wellbeing.
- Oversee the development and implementation of SEND policy and provision.
- Ensure compliance with statutory responsibilities including the Equality Act and Ofsted requirements.
- Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance student support services.
- Manage budgets staff development and performance reviews within the department.
- Contribute to strategic planning self-assessment and quality improvement processes.
- Represent the College at local authority and partnership meetings.
Why join us
- Competitive salary
- 30Bookable annual leave days bank holidays and 2 weeks off at Christmas.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Access to same-day GP appointments high street discounts discounted hair and beauty treatments electric car scheme.
- On-site gym & florist (site dependent).
- Access to our In-house Food Hall & Coffee Shops.
Additional Information
As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally before commencing employment all employees undergo safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS.
Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable tosponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Closing date: 9th September 2025
Interview date: 22nd September 2025
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About us
Here at Doncaster College and University Centre we understand that choosing what to do next can be a huge decision. Its not just about the course you choose to study it is about the tutors the experiences and the friends you meet along the way.
We have over 120 courses at full and part-time from entry level right up to university level. As well as the vast amount of courses on offer we ensure all our students get the right support and guidance whether it is through our careers service our additional learning support counselling student finance and many other services all tailored to each individual.
Our exciting and modern campus is in a central location packed with workspaces designed to industry standard. We work directly with employers allowing you real work experience and industry insight that you will not get from sitting behind a desk.
The benefits
All employees at DN Colleges Group enjoy a generous annual leave allowance as well as an additional 2 weeks closure over the Christmas period. We encourage all our teams to take regular breaks no longer than 3 weeks to enjoy a healthy work life balance.
DN Colleges Group are committed to Health and Wellbeing of all our employees. We have an increasing number of provisions exclusive to our employees designed to help you stay at your best or to assist and provide support when you need it.
Health and fitness suite
Generous annual leave
2 weeks off at Christmas
Electric car scheme
- Vivup Employee Wellbeing and Benefits platform
- Wellness initiatives onsite during your working week. This could include healthvisitors financial advisers or physio specialists.
- Onsite fitness classes at lunchtime or after work in conjunction with our Sports colleagues.
- Cycle to Work and Electric car scheme
- Free Eye Care Vouchers
- Discounted Hair and Beauty services
- On site nursery
- Online access to Remploy which is our 24/7 confidential mental health and counselling resource.
- In house counselling/safeguarding specialists to assist in Wellbeing
Lets Teach Programme
Lets Teach The LETs teach programme supports new members of teaching staff in terms of college systems and key teaching and learning areas including new staff lesson visits and postcard peeps. Each new member of staff has an allocated Lead Practitioner who works closely with them throughout the programme.
Lets Bloom
The LETs Bloom Programme aims to connect our experienced and qualified teachers to share best practice and support continued risk-taking as we continue to add depth to our teaching craft. Teachers volunteer on this one year programme working closely with the Learning Enhancement Team capturing their experimentation in a journal.
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