Learning Support Practitioner

Cornwall College Group; Camborne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Camborne seeks a Learning Support Practitioner to assist learners, particularly those with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The role involves supporting individuals in achieving learning goals and developing essential skills. Candidates should possess literacy and numeracy qualifications or be willing to pursue Level 2. This part-time position runs during term time, featuring various hours available, generous leave schemes, and a commitment to sustainability initiatives.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Occupational pension schemes

Family friendly working practices

Access to free tuition on courses

Health and wellbeing initiatives

Employee discount scheme

Free parking at campus sites

Qualifications

• Essential literacy and numeracy qualifications.
• Willingness to work towards Level 2 qualifications.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Aid in developing independent study skills.
• Help with communication and social anxiety issues.

Skills

Literacy qualifications

Numeracy qualifications

Education

Willingness to work towards Level 2

Job description

Learning Support Practitioner

Location: Camborne

Salary: £23,684.44 FTE (CC23), £14.11 per hour. Actual pro‑rata pay varies based on hours worked.

Terms & Conditions: Part‑time, term‑time only (various hours available), Support Contract – please see below for further details.

Closing Date: 4 January 2026

Interview Date: TBC

*Depending on remaining working weeks/start date, the salary will change. Upon appointment we can advise on the exact pay.

About the Role

We are looking to appoint a Learning Support Practitioner to contribute to the delivery of our Additional Learning Support (ALS) provision for learners who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

The purpose of the role is to support individual or small groups of learners in the achievement of their learning goals and the development of independent life and employability skills. A Learning Support Practitioner may also support learners with communication, behavioural & emotional difficulties and social anxiety. Learning Support Practitioners will aim to work with learners to develop independent study skills and strategies to assist in their own learning.

The purpose of our provision is to develop independent, confident, and resilient learners who are well‑prepared to engage with the wider community. We achieve this in line with our College Values, which the successful candidate will be expected to uphold:

• Learner first
• Act with integrity
• Take ownership
• EDI matters
• Think sustainability

Skills & Experience

Literacy and numeracy qualifications, or a willingness to work towards Level 2 are essential.

Hours

• 3x (37 Hours/36 Weeks) – Term Time Monday to Friday – Salary: £23,684.44 FTE / CC23 / £12.31 per hour (actual pro‑rata salary £16,396.92 plus holiday pay £2,396.47, total pro‑rata salary £18,793.39, £14.11 per hour)
• 1x (30 Hours/36 Weeks) – Term Time Tuesday to Friday – Salary: £23,684.44 FTE / CC23 / £12.31 per hour (actual pro‑rata salary £13,294.80 plus holiday pay £1,943.09 total pro‑rata salary £15,237.89, £14.11 per hour)
• 1x (30 Hours/36 Weeks) – Term Time Monday to Thursday – Salary: £23,684.44 FTE / CC23 / £12.31 per hour (actual pro‑rata salary £13,294.80 plus holiday pay £1,943.09 total pro‑rata salary £15,237.89, £14.11 per hour)
• 1x (22.5 Hours/36 Weeks) – Term Time Tuesday to Thursday – Salary: £23,684.44 FTE / CC23 / £12.31 per hour (actual pro‑rata salary £9,971.10 plus holiday pay £1,457.31 total pro‑rata salary £11,428.41, £14.11 per hour)

*Please state the number of hours you are interested in within your supporting statement

Benefits

We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:

• Generous annual leave schemes – 25 days per annum for support roles, plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
• Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
• Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
• A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
• A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye‑care scheme.
• Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
• Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.

How to apply

Please complete an application via our jobs page, clicking on the specific job you are interested in and select 'Apply Now'.

Contact us

If you require further information please contact our Recruitment Team – [e-mail]

The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.

We are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of our mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively.

Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco‑friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.

No agency submissions please: any submissions without prior authorisation from the Recruitment Team will be treated as our own and as such no fee will be payable.