Specialist SEND Support Practitioner. Job in Manchester Education & Training Jobs

The Manchester College; Manchester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Manchester is seeking a Specialist SEND Support Practitioner to help learners with additional needs succeed academically and personally. The role involves collaborating with teaching staff to create inclusive strategies, and candidates must have experience working with young people with SEND. Competitive benefits include generous leave and pension contributions.

Benefits

35 days paid annual leave

Well-being days

Significant pension contribution

Retail discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Essential experience working with young people with SEND in an educational setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to learners with a range of additional needs.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and professionals to develop inclusive strategies.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of support plans.

Skills

Experience with SEND learners

Collaboration skills

Job description

Overview

Are you passionate about making education accessible for all? We're seeking a Specialist SEND Support Practitioner to join a dedicated team at The Manchester College. You'll provide targeted support to learners with a range of additional needs, helping them to succeed both academically and personally. Working closely with teaching staff and external professionals, you'll create inclusive strategies that remove barriers to learning. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a real difference in a supportive, student-centred environment. Experience working with young people with SEND in an educational setting is essential.

Location

Openshaw campus, with the Supported Learning Department. This is a permanent, full-time position (35 hours per week).

Responsibilities

• Provide targeted support to learners with a range of additional needs to help them succeed academically and personally.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and external professionals to develop inclusive strategies and remove barriers to learning.
• Contribute to the development and implementation of support plans for students with SEND.

Qualifications and Experience

• Experience working with young people with SEND in an educational setting is essential.

Benefits

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 8 bank holidays.
• 3 well-being days per year.
• Significant pension contribution.
• Retail discounts.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Cycle to work scheme.

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities

At The Manchester College, we are committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working inclusively with all the communities where we operate and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester's and the UK's rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 29/09/2025. However, please note that the advert may close early if we receive a good response.