FE Learning Support Specialist: Literacy & Numeracy

Morgan Hunt UK Limited; Stockport; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is seeking a Learning Support Specialist - Literacy & Numeracy at Greater Manchester FE/college settings. You will support learners with SEND, deliver interventions in English and maths, and work with staff to remove barriers to learning.

The role emphasises developing Functional Skills, adapting resources, and promoting inclusive learning. It is full-time/part-time, temporary/term-time, with DBS checks and references.

Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting learners with SEND in an educational setting.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good understanding of English and mathematics curriculum delivery.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt learning strategies to individual learner needs.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
• A genuine commitment to supporting learner achievement, independence, and inclusion.
• Experience working within a school, college, sixth‑form, or further education environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small-group support in English, maths, literacy, and numeracy.
• Deliver targeted interventions to improve reading, writing, spelling, communication, and mathematical understanding.
• Support learners in developing Functional Skills and everyday numeracy.
• Adapt learning materials and support strategies to meet individual learner needs.
• Support learners with a range of SEND needs, including learning difficulties, autism, ADHD, dyslexia, and communication difficulties.
• Monitor learner progress and provide constructive feedback to teaching staff.
• Assist learners in developing confidence, independence, study skills, and employability skills.
• Support learners in working towards their EHCP outcomes where appropriate.
• Promote inclusive learning practices and positive learner engagement.
• Work collaboratively with lecturers, tutors, SEND teams, and other support professionals.

Skills

Literacy & numeracy support

SEND experience

Communication skills

Adapt learning strategies

Education

GCSE English & Maths (C/4+ or higher)

Level 3 in Education/SEND/Teaching

FE literacy/numeracy interventions

Experience in FE colleges

Job description

Morgan Hunt UK Limited is seeking a Learning Support Specialist - Literacy & Numeracy at Greater Manchester FE/college settings. You will support learners with SEND, deliver interventions in English and maths, and work with staff to remove barriers to learning.

The role emphasises developing Functional Skills, adapting resources, and promoting inclusive learning. It is full-time/part-time, temporary/term-time, with DBS checks and references.