SEND Specialist Learning Support Advocate

West Herts College; Cross; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle to work scheme

Free on-site parking

Pension

Generous holiday scheme

Time off at Christmas

Early finishes on a Friday

Job summary

West Herts College is seeking Specialist Learning Support Assistants to join the SEND team. You will provide targeted support through one-to-one and small group sessions, helping learners access and thrive in their studies while building independence.

Based across our campuses in Luton, Watford and Hemel Hempstead, you will collaborate with curriculum staff, share expertise, and contribute to quality assurance and staff development in inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with SEND and knowledge of SEND support strategies.
• Experience delivering targeted interventions and promoting learner independence.
• Strong communication and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, reflective and solutions-focused approach.
• A genuine commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for learners.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tailored one-to-one and small group interventions to develop study skills, independence and confidence.
• Supporting learners with a range of SEND needs, including those with EHCPs.
• Working collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt teaching approaches and learning materials.
• Promoting inclusive learning strategies and the effective use of assistive technologies.
• Monitoring learner progress, attendance and engagement, using data to inform interventions.
• Supporting transition processes, including school liaison, taster sessions and learner assessments.
• Providing specialist advice, guidance and training to staff to promote inclusive practice.
• Contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement of SEND provision.

Skills

SEND support

Interventions delivery

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Job description

West Herts College is seeking Specialist Learning Support Assistants to join the SEND team. You will provide targeted support through one-to-one and small group sessions, helping learners access and thrive in their studies while building independence.

Based across our campuses in Luton, Watford and Hemel Hempstead, you will collaborate with curriculum staff, share expertise, and contribute to quality assurance and staff development in inclusive practice.