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About The Role Changing lives doesn't always happen in the classroom. Join us as a High Needs and Student Financial Support Officer East Kent Colleges Group are seeking an experienced High Needs and Student Financial Support Officer to provide a contract management and administration service relating to all aspects of EKC Group’s High Needs provision funding agreements with Kent County Council and other Local Authorities. You will co-ordinate standardised systems and processes for all aspects of student financial support funding, including bursaries and Free College Meals. Here are just some of our benefits when working for the East Kent Colleges Group: • Generous Annual Leave - 28 days FTE per annum +3 days after 5 years • Learning and Development Opportunities - 3-4 annual paid group development days, bespoke programmes e.g. First Line Manager Development Programme and strong internal progression-1 in 3 roles are filled internally • Flexible Personal Leave - Time off for your child's first day at nursery or school, moving homes and for interviews • Competitive Pension Scheme - 18% employer contribution • Exclusive Discounts & Perks - Inc. restaurant, grocery, retail and holidays discounts as well as car leasing and tech purchasing schemes • Wellbeing and Health Support - Generous sick pay, counselling services, discounted gym membership at Canterbury College, free eye tests and glasses vouchers, flexible support for medical appointments and return-to-work support • Culture and Recognition - Being part of Community Days, an Annual Staff Celebration Day, and an eco-friendly organisation dedicated to reaching net-zero by 2030 About You As a High Needs and Student Financial Support Officer you will: • Be able to work effectively with financial documents and systems • Have meticulous attention to detail and able to identify issues within documents • Be able to manage and maintain accurate records • Have a working knowledge of SEN and how it applies to Further Education Colleges • Have a thorough understanding and knowledge of funding for High Needs students Ready to apply? No need to spend time updating your CV, just click apply and complete our short application form. You can save your progress as you go, and we’ll review all applications and get back to all candidates after the closing date. If you are interested in an informal chat about the role, or have any queries, please email us on [email protected]