Additional Learning Support Advisor

Bedford College Group; England; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational organization in the United Kingdom is seeking an Additional Learning Support Advisor to provide tailored support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND). You will create individual support plans, mentor students, and ensure compliance with safeguarding standards. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a strong understanding of SEND practices. This role offers a salary between £27,717 and £32,515 per annum, with opportunities for professional development and a positive working environment.

Benefits

People’s pension

Retail and Leisure Discounts

Professional development opportunities

Access to college courses

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice (2014), safeguarding, equality and diversity.
• Experience supporting young people with SEND in FE settings.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensure students with SEND receive tailored support.
• Create and share individual support plans.
• Mentor students and build relationships with staff.

Skills

Understanding of SEND Code of Practice

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Education

Level 2 in Maths and English

Relevant Level 3 qualification or willingness to work towards

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Additional Learning Support Advisor

Role: Additional Learning Support Advisor
Location: Central Bedfordshire College - Dunstable Kingsway Campus
Salary/Benefits: Salary is between £27,717 and £32,515 per annum (Pro‑Rate) DOE and Qualifications, People’s pension, Retail and Leisure Discounts, excellent professional and personal development opportunities, accessing college courses.
Hours/Weeks: 37 hours per week - 40 weeks per year
Contract Type: Permanent - Term Time
Right to Work: UK based contract, required Right to Work in the UK, no sponsorship offered.

About the role

• Role Purpose – Ensure students with SEND receive tailored support through individual plans, mentoring, and inclusive classroom practices that promote confidence and independence.
• Support Planning – Create and share individual support plans, review strategies with students, and guide curriculum teams on effective SEND approaches.
• Student & Staff Engagement – Mentor students, provide advice and guidance on additional support services, and build strong professional relationships within the College.
• Quality & Compliance – Conduct classroom observations to monitor implementation, maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of SEND processes, and contribute to continuous improvement.
• Statutory Duties – Promote safeguarding, equality, diversity, inclusion, and health & safety; actively participate in training and development to uphold professional standards.

About you

• Qualifications – Level 2 in Maths and English; relevant Level 3 qualification or willingness to work towards.
• Knowledge & Experience – Strong understanding of SEND Code of Practice (2014), safeguarding, equality and diversity; experience supporting young people with SEND in FE settings and liaising with curriculum teams and external agencies.
• Technical Skills – Proficient in Microsoft Office and IT systems; ability to produce professional reports and support plans; understanding of confidentiality and data protection.
• Core Competencies – Excellent communication (verbal and written), organisational and time‑management skills; ability to prioritise workload, work under pressure, adapt to change, and collaborate effectively with diverse teams.
• Values & Attributes – Positive and adaptable attitude; commitment to safeguarding and professional boundaries; willingness to work across sites, travel as required, and maintain continuous professional development.

Vision values

• Valuing Teamwork – We are one team who, by working together, can achieve great things, respecting the opinion and valuing the contribution each of us makes.
• Improving Continuously – We challenge ourselves to always do better by trying new things, sharing knowledge, reflecting on practice and learning from others.
• Student Centred – At our heart is always doing what is best for our students. We consider students in all of our decision making to create positive outcomes and memorable experiences for every student.
• Inclusive – We celebrate differences and diversity, recognising that we can learn from each other.
• Open and Caring – We care about the wellbeing of our staff, our students, our community and wider society, creating an environment built on trust where we listen, engage with and support each other.
• Nurturing Education Excellence – We promote educational excellence by delivering programmes that challenge our students to achieve their ambitions.

About The Bedford College Group

The Bedford College Group was formed in 2017 following the merger of Bedford College and Tresham College and is now the largest provider of education in the South East Midlands, with over 15,000 students passing through our doors each year.

Today, the Group is made up of a family of colleges across Bedfordshire and Northamptonshire: Bedford College, Central Bedfordshire College and Tresham College in the towns of Bedford, Dunstable, Leighton Buzzard, Corby, Kettering and Wellingborough; Shuttleworth College, a specialist land‑based college; The Bedford Sixth Form, (the only dedicated sixth form in Bedford); The Corby Sixth Form (opened in September 2023); and the National College for Motorsport alongside Silverstone race circuit. To widen accessibility to education and training, the Group also has community‑based Learning Centres in Bedford, Corby and Kettering which offer IT training.

Safeguarding and Employment Information

The Bedford College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975 provide information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions; further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide. The Bedford College Group's policy on Employment of Ex‑Offenders is attached to this vacancy.

Candidates who are barred from working with children are reminded that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post.

Interviews will be held on 28 January 2026.