Additional Learning Support
We help students to fulfil their potential with Additional Learning Support. Our experienced team of staff are trained to support a range of different needs, difficulties and disabilities.
These include:
- Learning difficulties
- Physical difficulties
- Autism and ADHD
- Dyslexia screening and support
- Mental health issues
- Hearing / visual impairment
To contact the Additional Learning Support team (ASL) team, please ask at reception or call: Hall Green/Golden Hillock: 0121 694 6315 Digbeth: 0121 694 7035 Bordesley Green: 0121 644 2914 Handsworth: 0121 644 2829 Longbridge: 0121 477 1754
Find out more by reading the JCQ Guidance for parents, carers and students about access arrangements:
Education health and care plans
It is really important for you to tell the college if your child has an Education Health and Care Plan (EHCP), so that we can give them the support they need to succeed on their course.
To find out more or to access this help, please ask at reception for the Additional Learning Support team (ASL), or call:
Hall Green/Golden Hillock: 0121 694 6315
Digbeth: 0121 694 7035
Bordesley Green: 0121 644 2914
Handsworth: 0121 644 2829
Longbridge: 0121 477 1754
The ALS team will meet with your child to assess their needs and discuss a range of support strategies. These could include:
- Adjustments teachers may make
- Equipment to assist students
- Help from a support worker in or out of class
- Support from a specialist
- Support from external agencies
- Special arrangements for exams Students can also discuss their personal needs with their tutors.
Equality & Diversity
Every year, the College creates an Equality & Diversity Calendar. This details - and celebrates - important dates of cultural and religious significance throughout the year.
Over the last academic year, the College has welcomed guest speakers such as Bobbi Pickard and Kash the Flash, facilitated workshops, and celebrated cultural days. We are proud of the diversity of our college community. We strive to be a socially inclusive organisation that recognises, values and celebrates individual differences, where everyone is empowered to achieve their full potential.
LGBTQIA+ Support
The College runs a monthly LGBTQIA+ informal group. This is where students and staff can meet in a safe space, access support, socialise, and take part in educational activities which benefit not only our College but also our local community.
We are an all-inclusive group, and everyone is welcome to attend.
Students’ Union
Our Students' Union is a fantastic opportunity for learners to develop their skills, communication, and gain important work experience
What is a Students’ Union?
A Students’ Union is an organisation which offers a variety of programmes, activities, services, and facilities that collectively represent the community life of the college.
What is the purpose of the Students’ Union?
The purpose of the Students’ Union is to give students an opportunity to develop leadership by organising and carrying out college activities and service projects. In addition to planning events that contribute to college spirit and community welfare, the Students’ Union is the voice of the student body.
What are the roles of the Students’ Union?
- To officially represent all of the students within the College
- To identify and help solve problems encountered by students in the College
- To communicate students’ opinions to the College executives
- To promote and encourage the involvement of students in organising college activities
How can your child benefit from the Students’ Union?
Planet Earth Games!
Did you know that the college are proud to a part of the planet earth Games which encourages individuals to participate in activities and raise awareness around sustainability and the environment. Interested? look no further:
“No change, without change”
Enrichment
From college trips to sports and social clubs, the College offers lots of enrichment activities for your child to get involved in.
See below for a snapshot of what’s on offer:
- LGBT Group
- Cricket Sessions
- Roller Skating Sessions
- Law Society
- College Trips
Welfare & Mental Health
Housing, mental or physical health issues, financial support, mental health, family problems - the college is here to help.
We know that sometimes students face problems, are looking for help, or simply need information.
We are here to make sure that there is always someone to turn to.
Our team works alongside a series of external agencies to make sure that you have access to expert advice and support.
You can contact us either on the numbers below, or by popping into your campus’ Student Services.
Hall Green: 0121 694 5005
Digbeth: 0121 694 7035
Bordesley Green: 0121 644 2004
Golden Hillock: 0121 644 2847
Handsworth: 0121 644 2829
Longbridge: 0121 477 1306
There are many online resources that you can also refer to including:
Mental Health Support
Your child’s mental health and wellbeing is important to us.
To support them whilst they are studying with us, we have a fantastic safeguarding Triage team (which include Mentors, Welfare Support) and Mental Health First Aiders available.
In addition to one to one and group support, we have an Enrichment Programme which your child can access and includes skills development around building resilience, self management, coping strategies and more.
We also offer a 24/7 helpline which your child can access even on a weekend to discuss any concerns they might have with a counsellor whether that be for anxiety, exam stress, low mood etc…
The college regularly review it’s Mental Health Action Plan which is monitored by the College’s Governors to ensure that the support we offer is effective and up to date.
If you think your child could benefit from speaking to a counsellor, please get them to telephone 0800 028 3766, or scan the QR featured below:
or encourage them to speak to their Student Engagement team at their campus.
There are also resources available on Attain, our student portal that are accessible 24/7.
Student Liaison Officer
As a qualified Youth Worker, Raja has worked with young people from all walks of life. He has more than twenty years’ experience in supporting young people in a variety of ways. He is currently offering Anger Management sessions, and is delivering workshops and one-to-one sessions on building high self esteem and confidence.
If your child requires any support, or just needs a chat, please do not hesitate to contact Raja.
Email: raja.jagirdar@sccb.ac.uk Phone (work): 0121 477 1580 / x1580
Students can also speak to Raja in person: Monday / Tuesday at Longbridge (Bournville College): 08:00 – 16:00 Wednesday / Thursday at Bordesley Green: 08:00 – 16:00 Friday at Longbridge (Bournville College): 09:00 – 12:00
Social Media Guidance
Need advice on how to keep your child safe online?
Social networking is hugely popular. Many young people are sophisticated in the way they use social media apps and websites, tailoring their communication for different audiences, and accessing them from a range of devices including smartphones, tablets, and games consoles. But social media, like all forms of public communication, comes with some risks. Not all of these risks turn into actual problems; and if young people never face any risks, they never learn how to deal with them.
By helping your child understand what the risks are, you can play a big part in preventing them from turning into problems
Click here to download our advice & guidance document
For more information
You can find out more about how young people use social media, the apps they use, the risks they face, how to use privacy settings, and advice and tips about how to talk to your child at:• www.childnet.com/sns
• www.internetmatters.org
• www.nspcc.org.uk/onlinesafety
• www.parentzone.org.uk
• www.thinkyouknow.co.uk/parents
• www.askaboutgames.com