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eTeach UK Limited; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 29,000; Part time

Job summary

A progressive educational institution in Nottingham seeks an experienced support worker to assist learners with diverse special learning difficulties. Role involves facilitating work placements, building partnerships with employers, and promoting inclusive practices. This position offers a competitive salary, generous leave, and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Competitive salary

35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays

Access to Local Government Pension Scheme

Travel schemes including cycle to work

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience working with learners with Special Learning Difficulties and Disabilities.
• Commitment to making a real difference in students' lives.
• Ability to foster positive relationships with learners and employers.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in developing employability and independence skills.
• Facilitate and monitor work placements.
• Build strong partnerships with local employers.

Skills

Experience in education or support work

Building partnerships with local employers

Facilitation and monitoring skills

Promoting inclusive employment practices

Job description

Your future is here

A place to inspire

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, communities, and to each other. We’re building better futures for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive, and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

Working closely with learners with diverse Special Learning Difficulties and Disabilities (SLDD), you will provide tailored support to help them develop skills, confidence, and experience needed to succeed in the workplace. You will play a key role in delivering high-quality, person-centred support both within college and in external work placements, liaising with employers and curriculum staff to ensure learners are fully supported throughout their journey.

What you’ll bring

This is a rewarding opportunity for someone with experience in education, employability, or support work who is committed to making a real difference. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting learners in developing employability and independence skills.
• Facilitating and monitoring work placements.
• Building strong partnerships with local employers.
• Promoting inclusive employment practices.

While this role is based at our Basford Hall Campus with occasional travel to this site for meetings, the usual day-to-day location will be the QMC Hospital in Nottingham.

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: w/c 18th August

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £25,460 to £28,110 FTE (pro-rata for part-time).
• 35 days annual leave + 8 bank holidays + opportunity to purchase up to 5 additional days.
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App.
• Travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets, and car salary sacrifice schemes.
• Opportunities for professional development, including 8 dedicated CPD days and our Request to Invest Programme.

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognized as a Carer Confident employer, supporting staff with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we actively tackle menstrual health stigma and support affected staff.

We are working towards becoming a Menopause Friendly employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Our network of Mental Health First Aiders helps foster a culture of compassion and understanding. Through Wellness Cafés—informal gatherings for open conversation—colleagues share experiences and support each other. Wellbeing is prioritized here, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place to share ideas, work with diverse backgrounds, and make a positive difference. We consider reasonable adjustments for successful candidates. Safeguarding and promoting student wellbeing is our priority; therefore, background checks including references and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

Apply

If you’re ready to be part of something special, the future is here. Visit Nottingham College – Current Vacancies to apply.

We review applications throughout the advert duration and encourage early submissions. We reserve the right to close the advert early if a high volume of applications is received. Interview dates may change depending on availability.