Learning Support Lead

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We have one vacancy that may be contracted to one of our 3 centres, here in Cumbria but we would like you to be flexible to travel between Workington, Carlisle and Ulverston as required. Ideally, we would like you to visit each centre at least once a week, so a driving licence and an access to a car is required, however Gen 2 will cover all the travel expenses between your contract location and other sites.

This role will suit somebody who is currently in a similar role or a Teacher with a minimum L4 Teaching Qualification who has a particular interest in Learning Support.

We would like you to hold OR be willing to work towards Level 7 Assessing for Access Arrangements qualification.

The Learning Support Lead is responsible for identifying, coordinating, and delivering effective learning support for learners with diverse needs. Through cognitive assessments—such as those provided by Cognassist and one‑to‑one discussions—the post holder will develop tailored support strategies that improve learner retention, achievement, and independence.

This role champions inclusivity, neurodiversity, and equality while ensuring that all learners are supported throughout their learning journey.

Gen2 was established in 2000 and specialises in the Engineering, Nuclear, and Manufacturing sectors. In May 2017 Gen2 joined City & Guilds and became a City & Guilds business.

Gen2 is based in a picturesque Cumbria and has been recently awarded Ofsted Good in all areas.

This role will be to work with all of our learners; the majority of our learners are apprentices but you will also work with adult learners and learners who are on our bootcamps.

Our students are genuinely interested in what we teach them and demonstrate some exceptional learner behaviours.

By joining Gen2 you will also benefit from 25 days holiday and Christmas Closure. You do not need to take holiday in term time so you have the freedom on deciding when you will be off.

• Lead and coordinate organisation‑wide learning support provision and act as lead advisor on all aspects of learning support at Gen2
• Oversee implementation and maintenance of support systems and processes
• Manage initial assessment using the Cognassist platform to ensure accurate identification of learner support needs
• Ensure dissemination of cognitive assessment results and follow‑up by creating Learning Support Plans
• Develop and deploy learning support resources and manage resource centres
• Ensure compliance with funding requirements for Additional Learning Support
• Conduct and interpret cognitive assessments from the Cognassist platform
• Create and communicate meaningful Individual Learning Support Plans (ILPs)
• Evaluate in‑class support and ensure real‑time responsiveness
• Monitor and report on support provision for quality assurance and self‑assessment

• Train and equip educators with inclusive teaching strategies
• Facilitate staff development in learning support
• Advise curriculum teams on support options and conduct audits
• Deliver mentoring sessions focused on mental health and academic barriers
• Support learners during transitional phases to promote independence
• Manage learner caseloads via 1:1 and group support formats
• Undertake learner voice activities to strengthen engagement
• Liaise with Mental Health First Aiders and counseling services
• Address personal challenges such as anxiety, concentration, and time management
• Work with internal teams: academic, exams, student services
• Collaborate with external partners and support agencies
• Coordinate learner transitions in partnership with schools and other organisations

• Promote a culture of EDI across all aspects of educational delivery
• Ensure all learners receive fair access to learning support and exam arrangements
• Act with integrity in promoting inclusive education practices

We can't live without…

• Teaching qualification minimum at Level 4…