Make a Meaningful Impact Behind the Scenes at Capital City College
Are you ready to make an impact at one of London’s leading Further Education providers? Capital City College is looking for a skilled Additional Learning Support (ALS) Manager to drive key operational functions, helping shape the future of education in the heart of London.
About the Role
This is a full-time, permanent role responsible for managing ALS provision across the mainstream cohort at both Angel and Finsbury Park campuses, including the line management of staff across both sites. The Angel campus supports learners who are primarily 16-18 and Finsbury Park has a majority of adult learners.
Job Purpose:
- To ensure the vision for the Additional Learning Support (ALS) Team is implemented through the effective management of systems and processes, development of interventions and modelling quality first teaching.
- To ensure the CCC SEND policy is followed and statutory responsibilities/funding are met, in accordance with ALS Team’s timeline.
- To line manage the ALS Team across the mainstream provisions
Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- To lead the implementation of ALS under the direction of the Group Head of School ALS and KS4.
- Manage and oversee the ASF budget for adult learners within the ALS provision, demonstrating a strong understanding of EFA/SFA funding methodologies in relation to ALS.
- Take on cross CCCG responsibility for all of the following across two mainstream provisions:
- EHCPs
- High Needs Funding
- Allocation and management of LSAs
- Co-ordination of Exam Access Arrangements (EAA)
About the Team
You will join a friendly, professional team committed to delivering high-quality support across the college. Working together, you’ll help create a positive and inclusive environment where everyone feels valued.
You will be joining a dynamic and supportive team who are committed to excellence. The team has a strong collaborative culture, sharing best practice and innovative approaches.
You will also line manage staff, supporting their professional growth and contributing to the overall success of the department.
About you:
We’re looking for a reliable and motivated individual who takes pride in delivering excellent service.
- A relevant first degree and/or professional qualification such as SENCO.
- Experience as a successful leader and manager within an educational setting
- Experience and proven success in supporting learners with additional needs.
- Experience of delivering high quality learning support
- A good knowledge and understanding of assessment and diagnostic procedures
- An understanding of EFA/SFA funding methodology in relation to ALS
- A good understanding of current legislation relating to ALS.
- A good working knowledge of eSpirALS system would be beneficial.
- A good understanding of the EHCP consultation process.
- A good understanding of the EHCP annual review process.
- A good understanding of deploying appropriate staff to support students.
Most importantly, you’ll be ready to make a positive contribution to our college community.
About Us:
Capital City College (CCC), one of the UK’s largest FE colleges in the UK. This influential group supports over 35,000 students based across 12 London campuses annually to develop the skills and knowledge to advance their career prospects or progress into higher education. This is done by an unrelenting commitment to curriculum innovation and an obsession with the quality of the student experience, which is underpinned by a resilient and prudent approach to financial management. Capital City College are widely recognised for their commitment to diversity, inclusivity, and educational excellence, positively impacting the lives of students across the capital and beyond.
Why Join Capital City College?
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of a passionate, purpose-driven team that puts learners first. At CCC, we value the dedication of our staff and offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
- Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Access to TELLUS – our discount and wellbeing platform
- Participation in the Cycle to Work scheme
- Interest-free season ticket loans for public transport
- Annual eye tests and contributions towards spectacles
- Flu vaccinations and access to occupational health services
- Medicash health plans – including cashback on everyday medical expenses and wellbeing tools for you and your family
- Generous annual leave entitlement, including one Relaxation Day per year
- Five Continuous Professional Development (CPD) days which can be used for your professional development
Our Commitment to Equality and Safeguarding
We are proud to be a diverse and inclusive organisation. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and are committed to creating a safe and respectful working environment for everyone.
CCC is committed to the safeguarding of young people and vulnerable adults. All roles require the successful candidate to undergo a DBS check — with some positions requiring an Enhanced Disclosure.
Our Values
To create a future that’s uniquely yours.
As the largest further and higher education college in London, we offer the quality you deserve, state of the art facilities and a wide range of courses as unique as your interests and aptitude. Through partnerships with industry and academia, we open doors to your real-world success.
Studying at our campuses isn’t just about good grades. It’s being part of a community within a community, that reflects the diversity and vibrancy of London itself. Where every background and perspective are celebrated, and everyone feels they belong.
As teachers and staff, we’re all driven by you – getting to know you, helping you feel valued and giving you hands-on support every step of the way. Whether you’re a creative spirit, a tech whiz, or a business mastermind, together we’ll create a future that’s uniquely yours.
Real-life learning
Practical and personal, we provide valuable skills and knowledge that you can apply in the real world.
Connected community
Welcoming and open-minded, we create a community of people and businesses where you feel valued, supported, and confident to grow.
Expanded horizons
Innovating and inspiring, we help you become and achieve more than you thought was possible.
Apply now for the ALS Manager role if you're ready to contribute to the success of a dynamic education environment and make a real difference in the lives of our learners!
