LAC Engagement and Progression Officer
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Job Location:
South Shields - UK
Monthly Salary:
£ 26761 - 28524
Posted on:
9 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
South Tyneside College
Student Services Safeguarding and Inclusion
LAC Engagement and Progression Officer BC2025-017
Permanent
28 hours per week
Professional Services salary scale 6
Spine points 20 - 22
26761 - 28524 per annum pro rata
21408.80 - 22819.20 actual salary per annum
Closing Date Sunday 11th January 2026
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of vulnerable young people Do you have the skills to support Looked After Children (LAC) and care-experienced learners in achieving their full potential
Tyne Coast College is seeking two dedicatedLAC Engagement and Progression Officersto join our Student Services team. This vital role focuses on improving engagement progression and wellbeing for LAC learners across the college.
Key Responsibilities:
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Build strong trusting relationships with LAC learners to support their transition retention and academic success.
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Act as a key point of contact offering tailored guidance and support.
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Monitor attendance and implement early intervention strategies.
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Coordinate and attend Personal Education Plan (PEP) meetings ensuring accurate documentation and effective implementation.
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Collaborate with internal teams and external agencies including Virtual Schools Social Care and Health Services.
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Promote emotional wellbeing and resilience through targeted interventions.
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Maintain accurate records and contribute to reporting and quality assurance processes.
Essential Skills and Experience:
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Experience working directly with vulnerable young people ideally Looked After Children in an educational or care setting.
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Knowledge of SEND and safeguarding legislation particularly relating to LAC.
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Ability to contribute to and analyse Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs).
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Strong communication and advocacy skills with experience in multi-agency working.
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English and Maths at Level 2 (GCSE Grade C/4 or above) or willingness to work towards.
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Safeguarding Level 3 or DSL training (or willingness to work towards).
Desirable Qualifications and Skills:
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Mental Health First Aid or equivalent wellbeing-related certification.
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Qualification in coaching mentoring or counselling.
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Experience of working in post-16 education and delivering targeted interventions.
Why Join Us
Tyne Coast College is committed to equality diversity and safeguarding. We offer a supportive working environment opportunities for professional development and the chance to make a real impact in the lives of young people.
For a confidential chat contact Nicola on:
Who We Are
Tyne Coast College comprises South Tyneside College Tyne Metropolitan College and South Shields Marine School.
We offer a vast range of educational opportunities for those aged 14 to adults - including a wide range of employer-led vocational programmes Apprenticeships Higher Education and specialist maritime training.
Our portfolio is multi-award winning with national accolades and a global outstanding reputation for maritime provision. The College has a high performing SEND provision which has been recognised nationally and is a regional specialist in teaching and learning for learners with SEN. The college was rated Good by Ofsted in February 2024.
Tyne Coast College is the North Easts world leading maritime training provider and was awarded the Queens Anniversary Prize for its expertise in creating high-tech under and above water digital scenarios.
As a strong proactive voice in the north east we are passionate about providing a dynamic and diverse curriculum brimming with the essential academic and vocational skills training that enables students to progress on to their chosen careers.
Our motto for a bigger better stronger future for the region encapsulates our commitment to the region the business sector and those living and working in the north east.
Recruiting high-calibre professional staff with vocational credibility is at the core of our success. We are looking for dynamic and innovative individuals with a passion for achieving excellence through delivering a first class quality service at all times.
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