Project Manager - Higher Education Advisory Service 3 years Fixed Term


Company:	Teaching Vacancies
Salary:	Not specified
Hours:	Part-time
Location:	London, E14 0AF
Job type:	Contract
Posting date:	1 Oct 2026
Closing date:	18 Oct 2026

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Summary

What skills and experience we're looking for

The Role:

New City College is seeking an ambitious and innovative Project Manager – Higher Education & Careers Advisory Service (SEND) to lead the development of an exciting new service designed to support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) as they progress into Higher Education and future careers.

This is a unique opportunity to design, develop and operationalise a new provision that will have a lasting impact on learner outcomes. Working with colleagues across the College and external partners, you will shape and implement effective pathways that help learners successfully transition into higher education, employment and further opportunities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development and implementation of a new Higher Education and Careers Advisory Service for learners with SEND.

• Deliver project objectives and key milestones within agreed timescales.

• Conduct research and make recommendations to develop effective service delivery models.

• Build strong relationships with internal teams, Higher Education providers and external stakeholders.

• Coordinate colleagues and resources to ensure successful project delivery.

• Monitor progress, identify risks and implement solutions to keep the project on track.

• Produce clear reports and updates for key stakeholders.

• Contribute to the College's commitment to safeguarding, equality, diversity and inclusion.

Who You Are:

• Degree-level qualification, teaching qualification, or another qualification relevant to the role.

• Experience working with learners with SEND within an educational setting.

• Knowledge of the Higher Education sector.

• Experience conducting research and making service delivery recommendations.

• Experience designing, developing and implementing new projects or services.

• Proven project management experience

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What the college offers its staff

What We Offer:

• Pension: New City College provides a career average pension scheme for all staff (TPS or LGPS)

• Accessibility: All college sites are easily accessible for wheelchair users and via public transport (bus, DLR, or tube).

• On-Site Facilities: Free access to on-site gym facilities at some campuses and on-site cafes serving subsidised food and drinks.

• Staff Development: Five CPD (Continuing Professional Development) days per year, with access to industry-standard facilities and a collaborative working environment. Leading to opportunities for career advancement and professional development in a supportive setting.

• Financial Perks: Interest-free loans for annual travel season tickets. Health cash plan (reimbursement for dental, optical, and therapy treatments) and a completely confidential Employee assistance program.

• Discounts: Save money on day-to-day expenses, shopping, dining out, DIY, and travel.

Commitment to safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Offers of employment are subject to pre-employment checks, which may include an Enhanced DBS check (with a Children’s Barred List check), references, right to work, medical clearance, online searches, and other relevant suitability checks. Unsatisfactory checks may result in an offer being withdrawn. These roles are exempt from Section 4(2) of the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, applicants will be required to disclose relevant criminal convictions and cautions in accordance with the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 (Exceptions) Order 1975.

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