Higher Level Inclusion and Support Facilitator

onlyFE; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 34,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

SYPA contribution

Annual leave 30 days + 8 bank holidays

Health and wellbeing support

Employee assistance programme

Occupational Health

Free eye tests for VDU users

Free parking on campuses

Hybrid and flexible working

CPD opportunities

People-focused culture

Job summary

The Sheffield College is seeking an experienced Learning Support role to provide high-quality, learner-centered support for students and to lead a small team of Learning Support Workers. You will work with Teaching, Learning and Assessment to review progress against EHCP outcomes and personal targets.

Key responsibilities include developing IILPs, supporting students with SEND, and delivering targeted interventions.

Qualifications

• Experience delivering learner-centered support for students, including those with SEN/SEND
• Ability to develop and implement inclusive teaching plans
• Experience working with EHCP outcomes and settings in FE/HE is desirable

Responsibilities

• Support the transition and onboarding of students with EHCP/SEN to enrol at The Sheffield College
• Lead a small team of Learning Support Workers in Teaching, Learning and Assessment
• Develop Individual Inclusive Teaching Plans (IILPs) and EHCPs; tailor support strategies
• Provide advanced classroom support for learners with SEND and learning needs
• Plan and deliver targeted interventions in small groups or 1:1 under teacher guidance
• Monitor learner progress and report to teaching staff and support teams
• Collaborate with teaching staff, curriculum teams and external professionals to promote inclusive practice
• Contribute to a safe, respectful learning environment and uphold college values
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of FE frameworks, SEND, safeguarding procedures

Skills

Learner support

Team leadership

Inclusion & SEND

Education sector experience

Job description

About Us

The Sheffield College is a thriving further and higher education community, empowering around 13,000 learners each year to achieve their goals. Driven by our mission to transform lives through learning, we foster an inclusive environment — recognised through our 2026 Investors in Diversity Gold award and 3rd ‑ place ranking in the National Centre for Diversity’s 2025 Top 100 Most Inclusive UK Employers.

About The Role

This role has a variety of key impacts.

To provide high-quality, personalized learner-centered support for students at Sheffield College. To lead a small team of Learning Support Workers in supporting Teaching, Learning and Assessment. ISHLTA will contribute to inclusive education by delivering targeted support across a range of specialist programs that support Engagement in Education and Preparation for Adulthood. To work with teaching and support teams to review student progress and capture progress against EHCP outcomes and personal targets.

Main Responsibilities

• Support the transition and onboarding of students with an EHCP, SEN or other inclusion needs to successfully apply to and enrol at TSC.
• Support transition activities and ensure consistent support across curriculum areas as needed.
• Assist with the development and implementation of Individual Inclusive Teaching Plans (IILPs), Education Health and Care Plans (EHCPs), and personalised support strategies.
• Provide advanced classroom support for learners, including those with special educational needs, disabilities (SEND), and/or learning support needs.
• Plan and deliver targeted interventions and structured learning sessions to small groups or individuals, under the guidance of teaching staff.
• Support students across a range of specialist curriculum programs, centered around Preparation for Adulthood. Supporting students to understand living a Healthy life, being confident in their Community, Living Independently and having a career.
• Monitor and report on learner progress, behaviour, and engagement to relevant staff and support teams.
• Work in partnership with teaching staff, curriculum teams, and external professionals to promote inclusive practice.
• Contribute to the promotion of a safe, respectful, and positive learning environment that reflects The Sheffield College's values.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of further education frameworks, SEND, inclusive teaching strategies, and safeguarding procedures.

If you want to find out more about the role please contact David Powell, [e-mail]

What we can offer you

As the successful candidate, you will be offered a salary of between £29,335 - £34,234 per annum based upon a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience that you can bring to the role.

Alongside your salary, your pension is one of the most valuable benefits of joining the College. The Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) , administered locally by SYPA , provides financial security in retirement and support for your loved ones.

Our Full Benefits Package

• SYPA – with a generous employer contribution
• Annual leave -30 Days (222 hours)+ 8 Bank Holidays(59.2 hours)-this includesa discretionary Christmas closure period
• Health and wellbeing support , including:
• Employee assistance programme through Bupa
• Occupational Health through PAM
• Free eye tests for VDU users
• Free parking is available at the majority of our campuses
• Hybrid and flexible working opportunities
• Continuous professional development opportunities
• A people ‑ focused working culture where you can grow and thrive

Further informationcan be foundon our Benefits and Career Development pages.

Disability Confident

We are a Disability Confident employer and are committed to removing barriers for applicants with a disability during our recruitment process, upon appointment and as an employee.Please review ourRecruitment Guidelines for Disabled Candidateswhich provides further information on reasonable adjustments and how the Disability Confident scheme works in practice.

If you require any reasonable adjustments or any support at any point throughout the process, please contact [e-mail]

Armed Forces Covenant

As part of our commitment through the Armed Forces Covenant , we’re pledged to support the Armed Forces Community. Recognising the value Personnel, Veterans and military families contribute to our community and country.

Safeguarding

We are an employer who is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students. Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures. Further details on our safer recruiting procedures, including the employment of ex-offenders can be found here Safeguarding

As a Leader in Diversity employer, we encourage applications from everyone and value diversity in our workforce.

Closing date

27 September 2026

Please be aware – If we have a high number of applications, we may decide to close the vacancy earlier.