Senior Executive, Special Educational Needs Support (1-year contract)

[What the role is]

You will provide holistic support for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) through case management, needs assessment, intervention and transition planning from enrolment to employment. You will partner with academic staff and stakeholders to implement inclusive practices, coordinate programmes and support services, administer SEN resources and funding, maintain records and data, and contribute to initiatives that promote inclusive education and successful employment outcomes.

[What you will be working on]

• Provide case management, intervention and skills training for students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) from enrolment through graduation and post-graduation transitions
• Conduct needs assessment and ongoing review of students’ special educational needs
• Develop student learning support plans and provide consultation to academic staff on inclusive practices, reasonable adjustments, and accessibility considerations
• Coach and empower students with SEN in self-advocacy, self-management, and independent navigation of academic and workplace environments
• Support students with SEN in school-to-work transition, including internships, workplace accommodations and employer engagement
• Administer SEN fund applications, and procurement of assistive technology devices and services for students with SEN
• Document and maintain SEN data and records, including reports on SEN statistics and trends
• Plan and coordinate programmes for students with SEN and stakeholders (e.g., educators, employers, parents) to promote inclusion in education and employment
• Research on emerging trends and developments in intervention strategies
• Contribute to and support departmental projects, outreach efforts, events and initiatives that advance inclusion

[What we are looking for]

• Passion and disposition to work with students with SEN (Persons with disabilities are welcome to apply, please inform us if accommodations are required for the interview)
• Relevant qualification in Inclusive and Special Education, Education, Psychology, Applied or Educational Psychology, Counselling and/or relevant areas
• At least 2 years of experience supporting students with SEN, preferably in an educational or social service sector setting
• Resourceful and good problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to work with individuals from diverse backgrounds, learning and support needs, and collaboratively with different stakeholders in student support
• Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
• Excellent interpersonal, communication (both oral and written) and administrative skills
• IT proficiency in data management, with Microsoft Excel, Word and PowerPoint