Learning Support Practitioner - Horizons (Term-Time)

Barking & Dagenham College; Romford; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension package

Ongoing CPD (continuing professional发展

Free parking

Travel-to-work assistance

Technology assistance schemes

Supportive team focused on learner's成功

Job summary

Barking & Dagenham College is hiring a Learning Support Practitioner for its Horizons team. The role is permanent, part-time (33 hours per week) and term-time only, focused on enabling learners with SEN to achieve their potential through tailored, inclusive support.

You will work with students with SEMH, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and speech and language needs, providing 1:1 and group support under tutor supervision. Join a proactive team dedicated to learner success and safeguarding.

Qualifications

• A Level 2 qualification or above (or equivalent) in a relevant subject area.
• Experience of providing effective coaching to students on a one-to-one or group basis.
• Demonstrable ability to monitor and track learner progress, including attendance and behaviour.
• Experience working with learners with SEN, including SEMH, dyslexia, autism, ADHD or speech and language needs.
• Proficient IT skills and confidence using digital systems to record and monitor support.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Patient, adaptable and learner-focused approach.
• Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent).

Responsibilities

• Work under the supervision and guidance of tutors to support students with mild/moderate and complex learning difficulties and disabilities within Horizons.
• Provide one-to-one and group support (direct and indirect) for students following foundation courses, primarily within the learning environment.
• Collaborate with Student Support Advisors and the Youth Worker to support students with SEMH needs and encourage positive engagement and attendance.
• Use learning support systems to ensure bespoke, individualised support plans are implemented effectively.
• Support, monitor and track learner progress, attendance, behaviour and completion of vocational activity.
• Promote inclusive practice and positive learning behaviours within the classroom.
• Contribute to creating a safe, supportive and engaging learning environment.
• Maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with curriculum and support teams.

Skills

Coaching (1:1 & group)

Student support

IT skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Patience and learner-focused approach

Education

A Level 2 qualification or above

Job description

Barking & Dagenham College is hiring a Learning Support Practitioner for its Horizons team. The role is permanent, part-time (33 hours per week) and term-time only, focused on enabling learners with SEN to achieve their potential through tailored, inclusive support.

You will work with students with SEMH, dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and speech and language needs, providing 1:1 and group support under tutor supervision. Join a proactive team dedicated to learner success and safeguarding.