Project Manager - Higher Education Advisory Service 3 years Fixed Term
New City College, New City College - Hackney Campus, Falkirk Street, London, N1 6HQ17 days remaining to apply
Start date details
As soon as possible
Closing date
18 October 2026 at 11:59pm
Date listed
1 October 2026
Job details
Job role
- Other support role
Visa sponsorship
- Visas cannot be sponsored
Working pattern
- Part time: 17.5 hours, Monday-Wednesday
Contract type
- Fixed term - 3 years
Full time equivalent salary
- £29,800 - £34,400 per annum (pro-rata, inclusive of Central London Allowance)
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
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.
Further information about the job
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.
Applying for the job
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About New City College
- Organisation type
- FE College, ages 14 to 99
- Education phase
- Sixth form or FE college
- Size
- No information available
- Age range
- 14 to 99
- Ofsted report
- View Ofsted report
- Website
- New City College website
- Email address
- recruitment@ncclondon.ac.uk
About New City College:
New City College is proud to be an Ofsted Outstanding college, the largest in England to receive this top rating. With campuses across east London, south-west Essex, and three language schools, we are a sector leader in further education.
Joining NCC means becoming part of a forward-thinking, collaborative team committed to delivering high-quality education and skills that benefit our students and communities. We offer industry-standard facilities, expert staff, and strong partnerships with leading organisations. Our focus on future-ready skills and technology ensures students are well-prepared for higher education or employment, and employers trust us for staff training and development.
Following the merger of seven colleges, NCC has become one of the UK’s most influential FE providers, offering sixth form education, adult learning, apprenticeships, ESOL, EFL and SEND. With a turnover of £130 million, 20,000 students and 1,800 staff, we are a major force in the sector.
We are proud of our inclusive, diverse community and have a zero-tolerance approach to racism and discrimination. As we look ahead, we remain committed to investing in our people and resources to provide an excellent, supportive learning environment that meets the needs of both students and employers.
We are committed to building a workforce that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and actively welcome applications from candidates from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds. This does not prevent any other candidate with or without a protective characteristic from applying for our jobs.
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