‘Inspiring’. ‘Friendly and supportive’. ‘Fulfilling’. ‘Really appealing’. ‘Easily the best career decision I have ever made’. Just some of the descriptions staff used when asked recently how they would describe working at Hereward College.


More than a quarter of our 250 employees have been with us for 15 years or more in a variety of roles including management, administrative, technical, care, catering and teaching.

We offer a rewarding working environment with a generous salary and benefits package, flexible working patterns and excellent career development opportunities.

The college has been a pioneering provider of further education for young people with a wide range of special educational needs and disabilities for more than 50 years. We transform lives, helping our students to gain their independence and learn the skills they need to succeed.

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Tracey Smith – Curriculum Manager
“The college is very supportive when it comes to career development. I started here 22 years ago as a classroom assistant; I have been managing the Foundation Pathway for 12 years now.”
 
Steve Kelly – Progress Coach
“I returned to Hereward College after ten years in job roles elsewhere to join the Progress Coach Team when an opportunity arose. A couple of years on I can say it’s easily the best career decision I have ever made.”
 
Mercedi Panos – Job Coach
“Since joining Hereward two years ago as a carer within the onsite college residential facility, my career has flourished. All job opportunities are advertised internally, and I have been successful in progressing to become a job coach and now a part-time Programme Manager. I have enjoyed great support from managers and undertaken a variety of training courses. Encouragement from senior colleagues has been key to helping me get where I am today.” 
 
Jennifer Standfield – Head of Care
“I’ve been at the college for five years now. I started my career here as an independent learning support assistant, before I was promoted to ILS Deputy Manager and I am now the Head of Care. With such a range of student abilities and disabilities, every day is different, which is really appealing.”

At Hereward College, we are committed to safeguarding and fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
 
As a Disability Confident and a Mindful Employer, we actively support our employees' wellbeing and advocate for equal opportunities , regardless of background, ability, or identity. 
 
We embrace and celebrate diversity, ensuring that everyone can fully contribute and reach their potential. 
 
Join us in shaping a culture where respect, understanding, and inclusion are at the heart of everything we do