Specialist Learning Support Assistant - Neuro

Nottingham College; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension

Annual leave + bank holidays

Leave purchasing option

Travel schemes

CPD days

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Nottingham College is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help students with complex and diverse needs, with a particular focus on Neurodiversity. You will work within the Inclusion and Support team across campuses, supporting teaching colleagues and contributing to access arrangements and learner development.

You’ll bring Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent, experience in learning support, and a commitment to confidentiality and inclusive practice.

Qualifications

• Hold Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent.
• Experience supporting people with learning support needs.
• Knowledge of inclusion/range and implications of disabilities/self-advocacy.
• Maintain confidentiality and have a tolerant approach.
• Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Work as Learning Support for students with complex and diverse needs, focusing on Neurodiversity.
• Support within classrooms under the direction of teaching colleagues and TLIP recommendations.
• Write, update and implement students’ support documents including exam access arrangements.
• Assess learner needs and suggest strategies to support them.
• Support development including transition visits, enrolment and induction.
• Contribute to learning resource preparation and setup of specialist equipment.
• Attend EHCP reviews and liaise with external professionals as appropriate.
• Maintain student records and support targets and independence.

Skills

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Record keeping

Flexibility

Inclusion awareness

Support learners

Education

Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent

Job description

Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential.Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

Who we need

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about providing an inclusive learning experience for our students. Working within a centralised team approach across different campuses . Your key duties include:

• Work in a non-teaching capacity, acting as Learning Support for students with complex and diverse needs with a particular focus on Neurodiversity.
• Work under the direction of your teaching colleagues when supporting within the classroom and following the recommendations within the TLIP
• Work under the direction of the Specialist Tutors and co-ordinator to write, update and implement the students’ various support document including exam access arrangements
• Assess individual learners needs and make suggestions and strategies to support the needs
• Support student’s development including transition visits, enrolment and induction
• Help achieve the learning aims of students, by feedback, review and modification of support plans, targets and to work towards their independence and self-advocacy skills.
• Assist in the preparation of learning/teaching resources, including setting up of specialist equipment where needed
• Attend and support with EHCP reviews as required and offer input regarding student support
• Liaise with external professionals where appropriate

Whatyou’llbring

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and promote an inclusive learning environment for students. You will be able to work flexibly as part of the Inclusion and Support team, which will require you to work at other college campuses to provide cover. Essential skills and experience also include:

• Hold Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent
• Have previous experience of supporting people with learning support needs
• Knowledge of inclusion/range and implications of disabilities/self-advocacy issues
• Be able to maintain confidentiality and have a considerate and tolerant approach
• Maintain accurate records and keep student records updated as required and adhering to deadlines

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Helen Lappin on [e-mail]

Interviews / Assessments are planned for: Week commencing 16th November 2026

Why Join us

• Competitive salary – £26,519 to £27,665 per annum FTE. As this post is part-time and term-time only the salary will be pro-rated. The pro-rated salary range is £24,361 to £25,414 per annum.
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’recommitted to creating a workplace where everyone feelssupported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’reactively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningfulsupport to those affected.

Ourcommitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopausefeel heard andsupported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture ofcompassion andunderstanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged toshare experiences andsupport one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within ourinclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College iscommitted to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers toshare thiscommitment.Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

We value accessibility and inclusion throughout our recruitment process. If you need help or information in another format, contact [e-mail] or call us on 0115 884 2222.

We review applications as they are received, so please apply early. We may close the advert early if we receive a high volume of applications, and interview dates may change.

Please note that this role does not meet the standard salary requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. However, Home Office exemptions may apply depending on individualcircumstances. Candidates are advised to review the Skilled Worker visa criteria on GOV.UK before applying.