Learning Support Practitioner

Kentjobs; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational organization in Kent is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Practitioner to empower students with additional needs. You will provide tailored support, both individually and in groups, ensuring students reach their academic potential. The role is full-time with no weekend or night shifts, offering generous benefits and training opportunities.

Benefits

Generous holiday pattern aligned with academic calendar

Ongoing training and development opportunities

Flexible personal leave

Exclusive discounts on various services

Wellbeing and health support

Competitive pension scheme

Recognition and celebration events

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with learning difficulties.
• Understanding of various disabilities or learning conditions.
• Ability to promote student independence and confidence.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and group support to students.
• Assist with personal care and mobility needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff for inclusive learning.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Behaviour management

Enthusiasm for education

Education

Experience with SEND individuals

Job description

About The Role

Make a Difference Every Day – Support Students to Succeed!
Join our team and help empower young people with additional needs to reach their potential – all while enjoying a work-life balance that fits around family and personal commitments.

We are seeking acompassionate and committed Learning Support Practitionerto provide tailored, one-to-one and group support to students with high levels of need, studying across a wide range of subjects – from Entry Level to Level 3, including Functional Skills and GCSE English and Maths.

You’ll be supporting learners with a variety of learning difficulties and/or disabilities, helping them thrive in the classroom, during work placements, and with any personal care or welfare needs.

In this role, you will:

• Provide inclusive, person-centred support to students with SEND

• Assist learners in classroom sessions, workshops and enrichment activities

• Offer guidance and encouragement to promote independence and confidence

• Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals

• Support students in achieving their qualifications and progression goals

• Assist with personal care where required (full training provided)

What we offer:

• No weekend work

• No night shifts

• All school holidays off

• A rewarding role where you make a daily impact

• Ongoing training and development opportunities

If you’re passionate about inclusion and education and want a role that works around your life,we’d love to hear from you

Hours per week: 35

Weeks per year: 38

Salary per year: £17,448

Holiday pay: £2,528

Alongside our priority of excellent student experience, we also focus on our employees.Here are just some of ourbenefitswhen working for the East Kent Colleges Group:

• Generous and Consistent Holiday Pattern- aligned with our academic calendar
• Learning and Development Opportunities- If you are interested into developing into teaching, you could benefit from our £7000 investment into teacher training through our in houseTeaching Academy, 3-4 annual paid group development days, bespoke training programmes and strong internal progression- 1 in 3 roles are filled internally
• Flexible Personal Leave- Time off for your child's first day at nursery, school or college, moving homes and for interviews
• Exclusive Discounts & Perks- Inc. restaurant, grocery, retail and holidays discounts as well as car leasing and tech purchasing schemes,on-site nursery
• Wellbeingand Health Support- Generous sick pay, counselling services, discounted gym membership at Canterbury College, free eye tests and glasses vouchers, flexible support for medical appointments and return-to-work transitions
• Competitive Pension Scheme- 18% company contribution
• Culture and Recognition- Being part of Community Days, an Annual Staff Celebration Day, and an eco-friendly organisation dedicated to reaching net-zero by 2030

About You

If you have strong communication skills, understand behaviour management, thrive under pressure, and have a passion for inspiring students to engage in learning, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic about supporting students with high levels of need and is committed to helping them succeed both academically and personally.

Ideally, you will have experience working with individuals with:

• Visual and/or hearing impairments

• Global developmental delay

• Language and communication difficulties

• Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC)

• Social, emotional, and mental health (SEMH) needs

• Sensory or physical needs

As part of the Inclusive Learning Support team, you will:

• Provide one-to-one and group support in classroom and workshop settings

• Help students develop confidence, independence, and active engagement in learning

• Collaborate with lecturers and other support staff to ensure a consistent and inclusive learning experience

• Support students' personal care, mobility, and medical/feeding needs where required

• Receive full training to support all elements of the role

Experience in any of the above areas would be an advantage, but full training will be provided for the right candidate. If you’re passionate about making a difference and want to support young people in reaching their full potential, we would love to hear from you.

Ready to apply?

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