SEND Practitioner

Yeovil College; Mudford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension 16.1%

Term-time schedule

Staff discount

Professional development

Employee assistance programme

Free onsite gym

Subsidised catering facilities

Cycle to work scheme

Free staff parking

Job summary

Yeovil College is seeking a SEND Practitioner to join a welcoming team. This full-time, term-time role focuses on supporting learners with EHCPs or additional needs, both one-to-one and in groups, helping them access mainstream classes and reach their goals.

The successful candidate will contribute to students’ academic progress and personal growth within a supportive environment, with opportunities for development and DBS checks as part of safeguarding.

Qualifications

• Interest in working with young people with additional needs.
• Ability to support progress in SEND across four areas and achieve learning goals.
• IT and administration skills.
• Level 2 English and Maths or willingness to work towards.
• Level 3 Award for Learning Support Practitioners or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Support learners one-to-one and in group settings.
• Help learners access mainstream classes and build independence.
• Contribute to students' academic progress and personal growth.

Skills

Interest in SEND

Student support

IT skills

Administration

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Level 3 Award for Learning Support Practitioners

Job description

SEND Practitioner

Yeovil College is looking for a passionate and dedicated full-time, term-time only SEND Practitioner to make a real difference in students' lives. This is a rewarding opportunity to support learners both one-to-one and in group settings, helping them build confidence, develop independence, and achieve their full potential. As a SEND Practitioner, you'll work closely with students who have EHCPs or additional learning needs, enabling them to fully access further education and thrive within mainstream classes. Your support will be vital in shaping not only their academic progress but also their personal growth. You’ll be part of a small, welcoming, and supportive team where your contribution truly matters every day.

If you're committed to inclusive education, enjoy supporting young people, and want a role where you can see the impact of your work firsthand, we'd love to hear from you.

What we're looking for:

• A strong interest in working with young people with additional needs.


• Passionate about facilitating young people to make progress in all four areas in SEND and achieve learning goals.


• Technical skills including IT and administration.


• Level 2 English and Maths, or willingness to work towards.


• Level 3 Award for Learning Support Practitioners or willingness to work towards.


• Respectful of learners' personal needs and maintain confidentiality at all times.

What we offer:

• Annual Salary: £24,522 FTE, Actual salary £19,940.43


• Term Time only position, 37 hours per week


• Generous pension scheme of 16.1% employer contributions


• Staff discount scheme with high street and online retailers


• Opportunities for professional development and career growth


• Employee assistance programme


• Free onsite gym


• Subsidised catering facilities


• Cycle to work scheme


• Access to free staff parking

Safeguarding Statement

Yeovil College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We particularly welcome applications from underrepresented groups including ethnicity, gender, transgender, age, disability, sexual orientation, or religion. Potential applicants should be aware that all successful applicants will need to agree to an enhanced DBS check including child and, if required, adult barred list checks. Yeovil College uses a third-party registered body called uCheck to complete DBS checks on our behalf. Your data is handled according to the DBS Code of Practice which is available from the DBS. DBS checks are only one of several methods used to assess candidates' suitability to work with children and young adults.