Learning Support Practitioner

Pay and Hours

Part‑time, term‑time only. 28 hours per week, Monday, Tuesday, Thursday & Friday.

Competitive salary of £18,144 – £20,076 per annum inclusive of London weighting (pro‑rated to 28hpw, 38 weeks per year).

Learning Support Practitioner (LSP) – provide 1:1, shared, in‑class and group support to SEN learners within the mainstream college. Deliver support to learners with SEMH, dyslexia, autism, ADHD and speech/language needs.

• Work under the supervision and guidance of the tutor with students with mild/moderate and complex learning difficulties and disabilities within the Horizons or Mainstream area.
• Provide one‑to‑one support and group support, both direct and indirect, for students with learning difficulties and disabilities following foundation courses, primarily in the learning environment.
• Work with the Student Support Advisors and Youth Worker to support students with SEMH needs and encourage such students to attend the College.
• Use learning support systems to ensure bespoke support for individual learners.

• A level 2 or above qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject area.
• Experience of providing effective coaching for students individually or in a group to support success and progression.
• Demonstrate an ability to support, monitor and track learner progress, including attendance, behaviour and completion of vocational activity.
• Proficient IT skills.
• Level 2 English & Maths or equivalent desirable.

• All application forms must be fully completed, showing complete education and employment details. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• Right to interview candidates before the Final date to receive applications.
• This role is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendments to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2020.

All employment offers are made subject to checks in line with the Keeping Children Safe in Education guidelines. These include enhanced DBS, DfE teaching/management barred list checks, online searches, overseas criminal record checks, evidence of identity and right to work, satisfactory references, confirmation of medical fitness, evidence of relevant qualifications and a check of previous employment history.

Staff must become familiar with the College’s policies and comply with safeguarding duties. Mandatory training on KCSIE and other key areas is required.

Submit a cover letter demonstrating how your personality, skills and experience meet our values for this role. Apply by 3rd November 2025.