Learning Support Practitioner

Askham Bryan College; Saltaire; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holiday allowance

Local Government Pension Scheme

Free parking

Staff benefits package

Job summary

Askham Bryan College is seeking a Learning Support Practitioner to join the Saltaire campus on a part-time, fixed-term basis. You will provide tailored learning and support to students with high needs and SEND, helping them engage and progress in their learning journey.

The role is part-time (35 hours), part year, with a pro rata salary and benefits including generous holiday pay, Local Government Pension Scheme, free parking and staff benefits. Interviews are to be confirmed.

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting learners with SEND.
• Good understanding of a range of additional needs.
• Ability to tailor learning and support to individual students.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored learning and individual support to students with high needs and SEND.
• Help students engage in college life and achieve progress in learning.

Skills

SEND experience

Learner support

Job description

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Job profile for Learning Support Practitioner

Learning Support Practitioner

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Job details

Salary £24,768 per annum, pro rata Contractual hours 35 Basis Part Year Part Time Package Generous Holiday Pay Plus Bank Holidays Pro rata/ Local Government Pension Scheme / Free Parking / Various Staff Benefits Job category/type Support Date posted 07/10/2026 Job reference NR00347 Attachments ABC - Learning Support Practitioner - JD.pdf

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Practitioner

Location: Saltaire

Contract Type: Part-Time 35hrs, Part Year, Fixed Term

Salary: £24,768 per annum, pro rata

About the role:

Askham Bryan College is a leading specialist land-based college with campuses located across the North of England, including York, Middlesbrough, Saltaire, Wakefield and Newcastle.

We deliver a diverse and industry-focused curriculum for Further Education students, In Additional to our Further Education provision, our thriving University Centre York offers a broad range of Higher Education programmes, from Foundation Degrees and Bachelor's Degrees through to Master's level qualifications, providing clear progression routes for students looking to advance their knowledge, skills and careers.

With strong industry links, specialist facilities and a commitment to student success, Askham Bryan College provides an inspiring learning environment across all its campuses.

We are seeking an experienced, enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Practitioner to join our team at our Saltaire Campus.

In this rewarding role, you will provide tailored learning and individual support to students with high needs and Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND), helping them to fully engage in college life, achieve their goals and make meaningful progress in their learning journey.

The successful candidate will have experience of supporting learners with SEND and a good understanding of a range of additional needs, which may include: Autism, ADHD, Dyslexia, Social, emotional and mental health needs,Speech, language and communication difficulties,Dyspraxia,Moderate to severe learning difficulties.

We are proud to offer an inclusive, supportive and forward-thinking working environment where colleagues are valued and encouraged to develop professionally.

Please note, we reserve the right to close this advert early, if sufficient application are received.

Interviews:tbc

Start Date:The College operates 2 starter/induction days per month to welcome and onboard new members. These are usually the first Monday and third Wednesday of each month (unless there is a bank holiday).

About the College:

Askham Bryan College is a specialist land-based college based across the North of England with centres in York, Middlesbrough, Saltaire, Wakefield and Gateshead.

We offer a wide-ranging curriculum to our Further Education students, including Agriculture, Horticulture, Animal Management, Countryside and the Environment, Engineering, Equine, Floristry, Motorsport, Outdoor Adventure Sport, Sports Development, Coaching and Fitness, Uniformed Public Services and Veterinary Nursing.

Benefits of working with Askham Bryan College:

• On-site facilities including a fully functional farm, equine centre, wildlife park and VR suite


• Beautiful grounds for outdoor learning, meetings and well-being walks


• Generous pension scheme with generous employer contributions


• 35 days annual leave, plus 8 days bank holiday, plus Christmas shut down


• Options for flexible working arrangements (role dependent)


• On-site catering including a canteen and shop


• Highly discounted gym membership at the on-site gym


• Free car parking and cycle to work scheme


• Continuous support from our Recruitment and Employee Lifecycle Partner


• Enhances sick pay and compassionate leave scheme


• Enhanced maternity/adoption pay

Safeguarding Statement

The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff, volunteers and partners to share this commitment. The Governors and Staff at Askham Bryan College regard each learner as a unique individual and therefore seek to support learner development in ways, which will foster security, confidence and independence. We recognise that high self-esteem, peer support, a secure College environment and clear lines of communication with trusted adults helps all young people and adults particularly those at risk or suffering abuse. These are regarded as central to the wellbeing of the individual and are therefore seen to be an intrinsic part of all aspects of the curriculum and ethos.

Specific measures relating to pre-employment checks:

• We may undertake online searches on internet activity as part of our pre-recruitment checks.


• We ask applicants for details of any convictions and cautions, regardless of whether these have been deemed as “spent”. It is a condition of employment that applicants provide these details.


• We undertake Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) Checks for prospective employees. Please note that it is an offence to apply for a regulated role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity involving children or vulnerable adults.

Note on “regulated activity”: You are engaging in a regulated activity if you:

• Will be responsible, on a regular basis in a school or college, for teaching, training instructing, caring for or supervising children or vulnerable adults;


• Will be working on a regular basis in a specified establishment, such as a school, or in connection with the purposes of the establishment, where the work gives opportunity for contact with children or vulnerable adults; or


• Engage in intimate or personal care or healthcare or any overnight activity, even if this happens only once