Casual Learning Support Practitioner - Flexible Hours & Impact

Waltham Forest; Greater London; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Job summary

Waltham Forest College is seeking exceptional Learning Support Practitioners to join us on a casual basis. You will provide practical support to young people and adults with EHCPs and learning barriers, helping them access learning and integrate into college life.

The role requires empathy, excellent communication, and the ability to build strong relationships with learners, staff and external partners, while upholding safeguarding principles.

Qualifications

• Must hold a minimum Level 2 in English and Maths (GCSE D/4 or above).
• Experience with SEN Code of Practice and safeguarding is preferred.
• Good communication skills in verbal and written form.
• Enthusiasm, flexibility and patience.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical support to learners aged 16-18/19-24 with EHCP and learning difficulties.
• Facilitate independence, access to learning and integration into college life.
• Build and maintain good working relationships with learners, teachers and external agencies, with safeguarding at the core.

Skills

Communication skills

Empathy

Patience

Safeguarding awareness

Education

Level 2 English & Maths (GCSE D/4 or above)

Job description

Waltham Forest College is seeking exceptional Learning Support Practitioners to join us on a casual basis. You will provide practical support to young people and adults with EHCPs and learning barriers, helping them access learning and integrate into college life.

The role requires empathy, excellent communication, and the ability to build strong relationships with learners, staff and external partners, while upholding safeguarding principles.