Senior Learning Support Practitioner; Sensory, Physical and Study

Senior Learning Support Practitioner (Sensory, Physical and Study Needs)

Salary in the range of £31,944 – £35,307 per annum pro‑rate, actual salary in the range of £28,300 – £31,279 per annum. Starting salaries will normally be aligned with the first point in the grade for the role. Contractual hours 37, Basis Full Time/Part Year. Region Northampton. Package: holiday entitlement will be included in monthly pay to the value of 35 days per annum pro‑rate.

Job category/type:
Permanent. Job reference: NCA.

Day to day duties:
No two days are ever the same working at the College. You’ll be joining a dynamic and diverse organisation where every day brings new opportunities to learn, connect and make an impact. Your daily work will vary depending on the needs of the team, our students and the wider organisation keeping things fresh, exciting and rewarding. You’ll be part of a culture that values collaboration, inclusion and innovation, working alongside people from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences who all share the ambition to make a difference.

For full details of the responsibilities and expectations for this role, please refer to the attached job description.

• Ability to effectively engage and manage students on a one-to-one basis and in small groups
• Ability to work with students with special educational needs
• Ability to effectively communicate in writing, verbally, and through active listening with a diverse group of colleagues, students and stakeholders
• Ability to use a range of Information Technology (IT)/Information Communication Technology (ICT) systems, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Ability to manage and prioritise multiple tasks through to completion within prescribed deadlines
• High levels of attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to provide a responsive and professional level of customer service at all times

• English and maths GCSE grade C/4 or above, or equivalent skill level
• Level 3 qualification pertaining to Special Educational Needs and/or Disability and/or Care

• Discounted hairdressing and beauty therapy treatments in our training salons (The Salon NC)
• Generous holiday entitlement
• Generous pension scheme
• Free parking across sites
• Wellbeing hub
• Employee assistance programme, available 24/7, 365 days a year
• Training and development opportunities with a focus on progression and personal development
• Discounts through membership of the NUS and Blue Light Card

Northampton College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, associates, and volunteers to share this commitment.

All applicants will be subject to relevant safeguarding checks.

Please be aware that Northampton College reserves the right to close vacancies prior to the advertised closing date if a sufficient number of applications have been received.

Location:

Booth Lane.

All of our posts require candidates to have the Right to Work in the UK at the time of applying as we do not hold a sponsorship licence.