Learning Support Practitioner

Inspire Education Group; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 22,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-respected educational organization in Peterborough is seeking a Learning Support Practitioner to provide essential support to students with special educational needs. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and a passion for helping young people thrive. This is a permanent, full-time position during term time, offering the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in learners' lives.

Benefits

Term-time working – enjoy 14 weeks off per year!

Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme

Fully-funded Enhanced DBS check

Ongoing training and CPD opportunities

Inclusive team environment

Opportunities to make a meaningful difference

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with SEND.
• Experience with EHCPs or exam access arrangements is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small group support.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and support teams.
• Help meet EHCP outcomes.
• Use assistive technologies for learning.
• Set, track, and review SMART targets.
• Contribute to assessments and planning.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Signpost learners to support services.

Skills

Compassion

Organised

Confidence working with young people

Strong IT skills (Google Suite, Microsoft Office)

Knowledge of assistive strategies and tools

Ability to communicate clearly

Education

Level 3 Learning Support qualification

Level 3 Preparing to Teach qualification

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Job description

Learning Support Practitioner

Salary – £21,966.47 actual salary

Hours – 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Contract – Permanent

Location – Peterborough

Closing Date – 2nd November 2025

Do you have a passion for helping young people thrive? Are you committed to supporting learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to achieve their full potential?

What You'll Be Doing

• Provide targeted 1:1 and small group support sessions, helping students develop independence and self-management strategies.
• Collaborate closely with teaching staff and support teams to deliver a tailored, graduated approach to support.
• Help ensure Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes are met, preparing students for adulthood and the next steps in education or employment.
• Use assistive technologies and digital tools to enhance learning and promote independence.
• Set, track, and review SMART targets to help learners progress towards their academic and personal goals.
• Contribute to risk assessments, support planning, and exam access arrangements.
• Maintain accurate records aligned to ALS (Additional Learning Support) funding.
• Signpost learners to internal and external services, working closely with the Wellbeing and Safeguarding Teams.

What You'll Bring

We're looking for someone who is compassionate, organised, and confident working with young people with diverse needs.

Essential skills & qualifications include

• Level 3 Learning Support qualification
• Level 3 Preparing to Teach qualification
• Level 2 English and Maths
• Experience supporting learners with SEND
• Strong IT skills (Google Suite, Microsoft Office)
• Knowledge of assistive strategies and tools
• Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively with staff and students

Other advantages

Experience with EHCPs, exam access arrangements, or working across multi-disciplinary teams would be an advantage, but full training and support will be provided.

What We Offer

• Term-time working – enjoy 14 weeks off per year!
• Access to the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Fully-funded Enhanced DBS check
• Ongoing training and CPD opportunities
• A friendly, inclusive team environment that values every individual
• Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in learners' lives

Legal & safeguards

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.