Brockenhurst College | Brock is one of the most successful Sixth Form colleges in the UK, offering A levels, Vocational, Adult Learning, Apprenticeships, Business courses.Independence Hub Lead
Are you passionate about empowering young people to build confidence, develop essential life skills, and take their next steps toward independence? Here at Brockenhurst College we are looking for a motivated and forward‑thinking Independence Hub Lead to join our team on a full-time permanent basis and help shape an exciting new service designed to support students in achieving their full potential. In return you will receive a salary of £43,083 - £45.712 per annum DOE.
The Role:
The Independence Hub Lead will play a key role in developing and delivering a high‑quality programme that supports students to grow their independence in areas such as daily living, community engagement, personal development, and preparing for adulthood.
You will oversee the day‑to‑day running of the Hub, coordinate activities, work closely with staff and external partners, and ensure that every student receives tailored, meaningful support.
Responsibilities as our Independence Hub Lead will include:
- Leading the development and delivery of the Independence Hub
- Working directly with students to build confidence and independence
- Coordinating staff, volunteers, and external agencies
- Creating a positive, inclusive, and empowering environment
- Monitoring progress and ensuring high‑quality outcomes
- Contributing to the wider strategic development of the service
As our Independence Hub Lead, we’re looking for someone who is:
- Passionate about supporting young people
- A strong communicator and natural leader
- Creative, organised, and proactive
- Able to build positive relationships with students, families, and professionals
- Committed to promoting independence and inclusion
- Experienced in education, high-quality teaching to both 16–25-year-olds and adult students with SEND including complex needs.
Benefits you will receive:
- 37 days leave plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time staff) plus bank holidays and college closure days (50 days altogether) with annual leave being taken flexibly during college closure periods
- Access to our Employee Assistance Programme provided externally to the College. This is a completely confidential service and is free to all members of staff at the College.
- On-site Nursery offers childcare at superb rates in and outside of term time
- Enrolment into the Teachers' Pension Scheme
- Free eye care vouchers
- Free secure onsite parking
- Access to a range of discounts including shopping, travel and healthcare
- Access to onsite Gym, Tennis/Badminton courts, Football pitches (indoor & out)
- Weekly staff football
If you feel you are the right candidate for this Independence Hub Lead role, then please click ‘apply’ now!
Closing date: Sunday 17th May 2026
Interview date: Thursday 21st May 2026
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake appropriate safeguarding checks which includes an enhanced DBS check as well as providing proof of right to work in the UK.
