Learning Support Manager

Salary: Band 6 – starting salary £33,482 with annual incremental progression up to £35,116
Hours: 37 hours per week
Contract Type: Permanent
Closing date: 6th of January, 2026

Arts University Plymouth is seeking an experienced and dedicated Pre‑Degree Learning Support Manager to lead on the delivery and coordination of our specialist support provision. You will play a key role in shaping the support landscape for students across our Pre‑Degree & Sixth Form provision, ensuring inclusive, effective and person‑centred services that empower all learners to reach their potential.

As part of the Student Support team and reporting to the Head of Compliance and Quality Systems, you will work closely with subject leaders, support staff, parents and external agencies to design and deliver impactful support strategies. You will lead a team of Specialist Support Workers and work in partnership with the Pre‑Degree Safeguarding Lead to uphold safeguarding standards across the provision.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in a dynamic, creative and collaborative environment that values innovation, compassion and excellence in education. Whilst the role is being offered as a full‑time position, the panel would be open to discussing options of a term‑time only contract with the right candidate.

• Experienced in coordinating provision for students with SEN
• Skilled in liaising with families, local authorities and multi‑agency professionals to deliver cohesive, individualised support
• Highly organised, with meticulous attention to detail, particularly in record keeping, funding applications, and data reporting
• A confident communicator with excellent interpersonal skills, comfortable supporting students, staff and parents alike

• Lead the SEN provision, ensuring compliance with current legislation and best practice
• Managing a team of Specialist Support Workers, including line management, training, observations and performance reviews
• Overseeing Education & Health Care Plan (EHCP) processes, annual reviews, and person‑centred planning in collaboration with parents and external professionals.
• Maintaining accurate records, funding paperwork and documentation related to access arrangements and student support plans.
• Supporting transitions for incoming and outgoing students with SEN, in collaboration with recruitment and admissions teams.
• Contributing to the safeguarding agenda and providing cover for the Pre‑Degree Safeguarding Lead when required.

• 30 days annual leave per annum plus bank holidays, and closure efficiency days
• Access to a supportive, extensive Employee Assistance Programme including 10 sessions of counselling, Menopause support, Life & Leadership Coaching, Legal Advice, and Financial Coaching
• Enrolment onto a generous Local Government Pension scheme
• Additional benefits such as a cycle‑to‑work scheme, discounted bus tickets, education sector retail offers, local gym discounts, and a staff discount site with savings of up to 10% on the high street

Please refer to the role profile for more information – Pre‑Degree Learning Support Manager.

Interviews are expected to take place during the week commencing the 12th of January, 2026.

The successful candidate will be willing to contribute to our ambitions and international profile as an innovative, sustainable and broadly inclusive arts university.

Safeguarding and Compliance
All appointments are subject to a DBS check, and you will be required to provide appropriate documentation as part of the onboarding process.

Right to Work
Applicants must have the legal right to work in the UK. We are currently unable to offer visa sponsorship. Proof of Right to Work will be required before an offer of employment is made.

How to Apply
To apply, please complete the online application form. Please note that we are unable to accept CVs in place of a completed application.

We encourage early applications, as the advert may close prior to the listed closing date due to high levels of interest. Please apply early to avoid disappointment.

If you are interested in the role and would like to find out more, please feel free to contact…