SEND Support Practitioner

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Job title SEND Support Practitioner Job reference REQ
012651 Date posted 22/07/2026 Final date to receive applications 05/09/2026 Location Manchester Salary
* Pro-rata £23,500 - £33,276.90 (FTE £26,000 - £36,817) per annum Package Competitive Benefits plus Local Government Pension Scheme Contractual hours 35 Basis Full time Job category/type Student Support Attachments SEND Support  Job description

We have an exciting opportunity at our City Campus Manchester to join our Supported Learning Department as aSEND Support Practitioner on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week), term-time only (over 39 weeks) basis.

We are seeking a SEND Support Practitioner with experience of supporting students with Dyslexia at our City Centre campus. Collaborative working with Exam Access Arrangements (EAA) Assessors and working with wider support services is a key element of the role.

Key responsibilities including providing small group and 1:1 support to students outside the classroom, in Study Hubs and independent learning spaces, developing effective study strategies, organisation skills and confidence.

You will contribute to an inclusive and supportive learning environment. You will require a good standard of English, both written and verbal and critically, an understanding of Dyslexia and its impact on learning. You will require strong interpersonal skills and to build rapport with students, together with a proactive, flexible, and supportive approach. This post is specifically supporting adult students with Dyslexia/SpLD.

Site Information

Our City Centre campus is a flagship site in the heart of Manchester, offering cutting-edge facilities and a buzzing, creative atmosphere. Home to our Centre of Excellence for Creative and Digital Industries, it provides an inspiring setting for both staff and learners, with specialist studios, workshops, and collaborative spaces. With its central location and strong industry links, the campus is a hub for innovation, talent development, and real-world learning.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted.

The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Who are TMC?

The Manchester College is the Largest Further Education College in the United Kingdom and has the largest provisions for 16-19yrs olds, adults, and higher education in Greater Manchester. We are part of the LTE group that consist of MOL, Total People, UCEN Manchester, Novus, and LTE Group Operations. We currently support more than 25% of Greater Manchester’s learning provision and are currently rated “Good” by Ofsted.

The Manchester Colleges offering is bolstered by 18 Centres of Excellence across our campuses, ensuring we give our best and strive to achieve an unrivalled learning experience for our students. We have partnerships with over 1000 industry and employer partners nationally to ensure our students secure their place as the leaders of the future.

Proudly, The Manchester College is also 1 of only 57 organisations nationally recognised with the Princess Royal Training Award 2025, demonstrating our commitment to investing in our people and their development.

Benefits

• 35 days…