Hours of Work: Full-time (35 hours per week)
Working Pattern: Monday to Friday, 8am to 4.30pm Monday – Thursday, 8am to 12:00pm Friday
Contract: Permanent
Grade: SL1
Target Salary: £58,633 per annum
Location: Mobile, covering England and Scotland
Due to the national nature of the role, the successful candidate must be able to travel to all NCC locations on a regular basis with frequent travel to Bircham Newton, Norfolk and Inchinnan, Scotland. Candidates should therefore be situated such that these travel requirements can be met comfortably and consistently.
Additional Benefits: Car Allowance £6,799
Special Requirements: The post holder will be eligible for either a company car or a car allowance in line with the grade for this role, subject to the vehicle nominated for business use complying with CITB’s Car Policy.
Provisional Interview Dates: w/c 14 th September 2026
About the Role
As Programme Manager - Inclusion & Participation, you will provide operational leadership for Inclusion, Additional Learning Support and learner engagement activities across the National Construction College's apprenticeship and commercial provision.
Working closely with curriculum, quality and support teams, you will drive a whole-provider approach to inclusion, ensuring that learners receive the support they need to succeed and that inclusive practice is embedded throughout the learner journey.
What you’ll be doing:
Lead Inclusion, Participation and Additional Learning Support provision across England and Scotland
Drive the organisation's inclusion strategy, ensuring equitable, accessible and inclusive learning environments for all learners
Coordinate targeted interventions to remove barriers to participation and achievement for disadvantaged learners and those with additional needs
Work collaboratively with the Learning Support Specialist to ensure appropriate adjustments and support are identified and implemented
Ensure compliance with Additional Learning Support funding rules and support funding claims processes
Lead the development and monitoring of Self-Assessment Reports (SARs), Self-Evaluation Reports (SERs) and Quality Improvement Plans (QIPs) relating to Inclusion and Participation
Analyse learner engagement, participation and achievement data to identify trends, risks and opportunities for improvement
Produce reports and recommendations for senior leaders to support quality improvement and inspection readiness
Develop and deliver training, coaching and resources to strengthen inclusive practice across curriculum teams
Lead and support a team of Teaching Assistant Team Leaders and the Learning Support Specialist, creating a culture of accountability, innovation and continuous improvement
Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to enhance learner engagement, personal development and progression opportunities
What we’re looking for:
Essential:
Hold a minimum Level 5 qualification in an Inclusion related discipline such as Specialist Support, SEND Practice, SENCo, Inclusion, Diversity and Equality.
Experience of leading teams and improving quality in an apprenticeship or FE context
Strong understanding of Ofsted EIF and Education Scotland / SDS expectations
Strong understanding of funding rules for Additional Learning Support
Experience using data to identify risk, track impact and drive interventions
Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work cross‑functionally
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Evidence of ongoing professional development
Educated to level 2 or above (or equivalent in Scotland) in English and maths
Knowledge, skill, and experience in Microsoft Office 365
Desirable
Experience of apprenticeship delivery
Experience delivering CPD or coaching to staff
Project management qualification and/or experience
Why join CITB?
Free onsite lunch at NCC sites
Subsidised Costa Coffee on site at NCC Bircham
Free onsite parking
Free onsite gym at Bircham Newton
25 days holiday + bank holidays
3 additional days Christmas shutdown
Generous pension scheme (up to 9% employer contribution)
Life assurance (4x salary)
2 paid volunteering days per year
Professional development & funded training qualifications
Employee Assistance Programme
Be part of a respected organisation shaping the future of UK construction
Closing Date
Please note that we reserve the right to close the vacancy prior to the stated closing date. Applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis, therefore early applications are encouraged to avoid disappointment.
Safer Recruitment
CITB is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of vulnerable adults, children and young people. Candidates must be willing to undergo the requisite pre-employment vetting checks and procedures, including checks with past employers and the Disclosure and Barring Service and Disclosure Scotland. An enhanced DBS and PVG with child barring check is required for this post.
This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. Applicants are required to declare all criminal convictions, cautions, and warnings, including those that are spent, unless they are protected under current DBS filtering rules.
During the shortlisting process, CITB may consider carrying out an online search on shortlisted candidates as part of its due diligence.
Please note: It is a criminal offence for an individual who is barred from working in regulated activity with children or vulnerable adults to apply for this position.
Artificial Intelligence
Artificial Intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action.
We are committed to equal opportunities and recruit based on merit, skills and experience.
Work Location: Hybrid remote in King's Lynn PE31
