Learning Support Practitioner

Ashford College; Canterbury; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Practitioner to assist students with high needs in their academic journey. This role offers a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement, and an excellent work-life balance with no weekend or night shifts. You will play a crucial role in fostering an inclusive learning environment, supporting students with diverse learning difficulties, and ensuring they thrive in their studies. With a commitment to employee well-being and professional development, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in students' lives while enjoying school holiday breaks.

Benefits

Access to online discounts via Rewards Scheme

Cycle to work scheme

Car leasing scheme

Tech purchase scheme

Generous pension scheme with 18% employer contribution

Time off for personal milestones

Participation in community events

Qualifications

• Passion for inspiring students with high needs.
• Experience with visual/hearing impairments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support students with high needs across various subjects.
• Assist with work placements and personal care needs.

Skills

Communication Skills

Behaviour Management

Support for Autism Spectrum Condition

Experience with Learning Difficulties

Job description

About The Role

Please note that this vacancy requires the successful candidate to work 35 hours per week, 38 weeks during term time. The salary will be £16,957 (£24,598 FTE) pro rata per annum. Additionally, a holiday payment of £2,288 will be paid equally across twelve monthly salary payments.

As a Learning Support Practitioner, you will support students with high needs across various subjects and qualifications, from pre-entry/life skills to level 3, including Functional and GCSE English and Maths.

Students may have diverse learning difficulties or disabilities and will require support in their studies, work placements, and possibly their welfare or personal care needs.

If you are interested in a role with school holiday breaks, no weekend work, and no night shifts, we want to hear from you.

Our focus is on providing an excellent student experience and supporting our employees. Benefits include:

• Competitive salary and holiday entitlement
• Access to online discounts via our Rewards Scheme
• Cycle to work, car leasing, and tech purchase schemes
• Generous pension scheme with 18% employer contribution
• Time off for personal milestones and voluntary work
• Participation in community and staff events

About You

Do you have strong communication skills, understand behaviour management, and have a passion for inspiring students? Do you work well under pressure?

This role suits those passionate about supporting students with high needs, especially if you have experience working with visual/hearing impairments, global development delay, or communication difficulties. Experience in supporting students with Autism Spectrum Condition, SEMH needs, sensory, physical, or medical needs is advantageous, but full training will be provided.

No need to update your CV—simply click apply and complete our short application form. We review all applications and contact candidates after the closing date.

For an informal chat or questions, email us at [e-mail].

About Us

Outstanding Ofsted Provider

East Kent Colleges Group is rated Outstanding by Ofsted. We are committed to inclusivity and placing students and communities at the heart of our work, as reflected in our 'Strong' skills grading by Ofsted.

Safeguarding Commitment

We are dedicated to safeguarding children and vulnerable adults. All staff are required to undergo checks, including DBS, and are responsible for upholding safeguarding principles. It is a criminal offence to apply for roles involving regulated activity if barred from doing so.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

We are an equal opportunities employer, committed to increasing workforce diversity. We hold the Positive About Disability Award and are a Disability Confident Employer, ensuring fair consideration for applicants with disabilities and exploring reasonable adjustments. We also support Care Leavers and Armed Forces personnel, and welcome flexible working applications and those returning from career breaks.