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Assistant College Coordinator

EDUCATION AND SERVICES FOR PEOPLE WITH AUTISM LIMITED
28,200 per year
Kenton, Newcastle
Full-time
30th January 2026

Assistant College Coordinator

Salary: £28,200

Contract Type: Permanent

Location: Kenton, Newcastle

Hours: 37.5

Job role

ESPA College, North Rye caters for autistic young people between the ages of 16-25, who are working towards qualifications from Pre-Entry Level to Level 2.

We are looking for a suitably qualified individual with teaching experience and/or substantial experience of managing a learning programme.

This post is suitable for someone who is looking to develop their career by assisting in the management of a busy and vibrant college site. Knowledge of preparing, delivering and managing programmes for autistic learners is essential.

Ideal Candidate

ESPA College, North Rye caters for autistic young people between the ages of 16-25, who are working towards qualifications from Pre-Entry Level to Level 2.

We are looking for a suitably qualified individual with teaching experience and/or substantial experience of managing a learning programme.

This post is suitable for someone who is looking to develop their career by assisting in the management of a busy and vibrant college site. Knowledge of preparing, delivering and managing programmes for autistic learners is essential.

The successful candidate should be able to demonstrate the following skills, experience and qualities:

The role includes: 

  • A thorough understanding of the components of high-quality teaching and learning, ideally gained via their own good and outstanding practice
  • Must be able to work as part of a team – working closely with other members of the College Management and Senior Management whilst supporting both Tutors and LSA’s
  • Must be very well organised, motivated and able to meet deadlines
  • A keen solution focused problem solver
  • A commitment to sharing and developing best practice in teaching, learning and assessment

ESPA offers staff an excellent employment package which includes:  

  • 6 weeks paid holiday increasing to 8 weeks
  • Company Pension Scheme with Life Assurance
  • Company sick pay scheme up to 3 months full pay
  • Intensive Induction with continuous training and development
  • Excellent Career Progression
  • Family Friendly Policies

If you wish to discuss the position further, please contact Patrick Cahill/Dawn Jamieson on 0191 5165080.  For an application form please contact Human Resources Department on 0191 516 5080 or by e-mail at humanresources@espa.org.uk  

Closing: 01/30/2026

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