Learning Support Assistant – SEND & Inclusion

Nottingham Trent University; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 30,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave pro rata

Salary Sacrifice Retirement Savings

Health & wellbeing benefits

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Nottingham Trent University is seeking 2 Learning Support Assistants to support students with diverse needs at Brackenhurst campus. Roles are term-time only (37 weeks) and part-time (22.2 hours/week), with fixed-term contracts until 09/07/2027. Applications encouraged even if not all requirements are met.

You'll work to enable access to learning, social and enrichment opportunities, supporting safeguarding and wellbeing across campus and in placements.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting young people with SEND in post-16 education.
• Strong understanding of inclusion, disabilities and advocacy.
• Excellent communication, listening and organisational skills.
• Educated to Level 3 with GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting student welfare.

Responsibilities

• Deliver person-centred support enabling access to learning, social and enrichment opportunities.
• Promote independent learning and self-management strategies.
• Support students across campus, residential settings, offsite, and during work placements.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, and practical sessions as required.
• Collaborate with curriculum teams to enhance student engagement and achievement.
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding and wellbeing initiatives.

Skills

SEND experience

Inclusion awareness

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Safeguarding commitment

Education

Level 3 qualification with GCSE Maths & English

Job description

Nottingham Trent University is seeking 2 Learning Support Assistants to support students with diverse needs at Brackenhurst campus. Roles are term-time only (37 weeks) and part-time (22.2 hours/week), with fixed-term contracts until 09/07/2027. Applications encouraged even if not all requirements are met.

You'll work to enable access to learning, social and enrichment opportunities, supporting safeguarding and wellbeing across campus and in placements.