Student Support, Wellbeing & Inclusion (SSWI) HE Co-ordinator
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 07 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 03 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | Blackpool, Lancashire |
| Gweithio o bell: | Ar y safle yn unig |
| Cwmni: | Blackpool and The Fylde College |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | 3178 |
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The Role
Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is seeking a knowledgeable and student-focused HE Co-ordinator – Student Support, Wellbeing & Inclusion to join our Higher Education team. This exciting role involves coordinating inclusive support for Higher Education students, with a particular focus on students with disabilities and those eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs). You will also lead a dedicated team of Disability Specialists to ensure our students receive high-quality, timely, and personalised support.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
As SSWI HE Co-ordinator, you will be instrumental in supporting student inclusion and academic success across our HE provision. Key responsibilities include:
Providing specialist advice and managing a complex caseload of HE students requiring disability-related support.
Coordinating the delivery of Disabled Students’ Allowances and Non-Medical Helper (NMH) support.
Ensuring effective implementation of reasonable adjustments and inclusive practices across the curriculum.
Monitoring student progress and implementing early, targeted interventions where needed.
Line-managing a team of Disability Specialists, overseeing performance, development, and service delivery.
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders including curriculum teams, funding bodies, and medical professionals.
Tracking data and reporting on student support, DSA funding, and NMH provision.
Why Join Us?
At B&FC, you’ll be part of a values-led institution dedicated to delivering inclusive and supportive educational experiences. We foster a culture of collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to truly impact the success and wellbeing of our diverse student community while advancing your own skills and leadership journey.
Interested? Apply Early!
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If this role inspires you, submit your application as soon as possible!
Rewards and Benefits
Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™
Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive pension scheme:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 15.4% employer contribution
Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
Agile working opportunities
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
Occupational Health
FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
FREE eye tests
Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
FREE healthy breakfast
Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
Health and beauty salon
Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
FREE car parking
Car lease scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks
B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process
B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting Disclosure Calculator
Blackpool and The Fylde College (B&FC) is seeking a knowledgeable and student-focused HE Co-ordinator – Student Support, Wellbeing & Inclusion to join our Higher Education team. This exciting role involves coordinating inclusive support for Higher Education students, with a particular focus on students with disabilities and those eligible for Disabled Students’ Allowances (DSAs). You will also lead a dedicated team of Disability Specialists to ensure our students receive high-quality, timely, and personalised support.
Your Responsibilities Will Include
As SSWI HE Co-ordinator, you will be instrumental in supporting student inclusion and academic success across our HE provision. Key responsibilities include:
Providing specialist advice and managing a complex caseload of HE students requiring disability-related support.
Coordinating the delivery of Disabled Students’ Allowances and Non-Medical Helper (NMH) support.
Ensuring effective implementation of reasonable adjustments and inclusive practices across the curriculum.
Monitoring student progress and implementing early, targeted interventions where needed.
Line-managing a team of Disability Specialists, overseeing performance, development, and service delivery.
Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders including curriculum teams, funding bodies, and medical professionals.
Tracking data and reporting on student support, DSA funding, and NMH provision.
Why Join Us?
At B&FC, you’ll be part of a values-led institution dedicated to delivering inclusive and supportive educational experiences. We foster a culture of collaboration, professional development, and continuous improvement. You’ll have the opportunity to truly impact the success and wellbeing of our diverse student community while advancing your own skills and leadership journey.
Interested? Apply Early!
We may close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If this role inspires you, submit your application as soon as possible!
Rewards and Benefits
Blackpool and The Fylde College is proud to be Great Place To Work® Certified™
Enhanced leave allowance of 38 days (full-time equivalent), inclusive of bank holidays
Opportunity to purchase additional annual leave
Competitive pension scheme:
Teachers’ Pension Scheme (TPS) - 28.68% employer contribution
Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) - 15.4% employer contribution
Extensive professional development opportunities for all, with B&FC choosing to invest circa. £1.8m annually in colleague development and professional qualifications
Agile working opportunities
Enhanced Family friendly policies
Extensive wellbeing provision including, but not limited to:
Access to funded Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) available 24/7, 365 days a year
Occupational Health
FREE Flu Vouchers for those not entitled through the NHS
FREE eye tests
Dedicated Wellbeing Hub available to all colleagues containing rich and varied content with resources relating to emotional, physical, financial and social wellbeing
FREE healthy breakfast
Sports facilities including fully equipped gym and discounted memberships
Health and beauty salon
Trim Trails on Campus (guided routes for walks)
Onsite food outlets and Starbucks at subsidised rates
FREE car parking
Car lease scheme
Cycle to work scheme
Onsite kids ‘Sports Camp’ 8am – 5pm during selected half-term breaks
B&FC is committed to the promotion of Equality, Diversity & Inclusion in all resourcing practices. Please email jobs@blackpool.ac.uk should a specific adjustment be required to support in the application and selection process
B&FC is dedicated to safeguarding and the promotion of the welfare of all learners, and expects all colleagues to share in this commitment. As such, employment at B&FC is subject to an Enhanced DBS Check via the Disclosure and Barring Service. For further information on DBS, please click here
The amendments to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975 (2013 and 2020) provides that when applying for certain jobs and activities, certain convictions and cautions are considered ‘protected’. This means that they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Guidance about whether a conviction or caution should be disclosed can be found on the Ministry of Justice website. Check whether your conviction or caution is spent by visiting Disclosure Calculator
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