Support Worker

Harlow College; Great Holland; On-site; GBP 13,000 - 16,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Training funded

Professional development

Benefits package

Job summary

Harlow College is seeking a dedicated Support Worker to assist learners, provide practical guidance and personal care support, and help with employment training. You will work with individuals and small groups, supporting their move toward independence in various settings.

The role requires a flexible, motivated team player who can communicate well and be solution-focused, with willingness to work both in‑class and off‑site locations. Training is funded by the college.

Qualifications

• Experience with young people with learning difficulties or disabilities.
• Educated to Level 2 Maths & English with good IT skills.
• Experience in an educational environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide practical learning guidance and personal care support.
• Deliver employment training for individuals or small groups.
• Work in classroom and off-site settings with flexible delivery.

Skills

Experience with learners with learning

Teamwork

Calm under pressure

Education

Level 2 Maths & English

Tools

IT skills

Job description

Term time only - 30 paid hours per week 36 weeks per year

09.00 – 16.00 Monday – Friday

Permanent

About the team

Harlow College HNF students receive an outstanding level of learning support from the Support Worker team. The team works alongside staff to assess and support the learning needs of students in a variety of settings and off‑site locations. Our staff have the specialist skills and knowledge to deliver high‑quality, personalised support that effectively meets the needs of learners.

About the role

Under the direction of the delivery staff or outside employers, the Support Worker will provide practical learning guidance, personal care support and employment training for individual learners or small groups of learners who have a variety of learning difficulties to enable them to take full advantage of their opportunities moving in to adulthood and towards independence.

What we are looking for

Ideally you will have experience of working with young people with learning difficulties or disabilities and an awareness of diverse learner needs. You will need to be educated to a minimum of Level 2 Maths & English with good IT skills and have experience of working within an educational environment.

We are looking for a highly motivated and flexible individual who is organised and able to motivate our learners. The successful applicant will have the ability to work calmly under pressure, communicate with people at all levels, demonstrate a positive and inclusive manner and will be solution focused. Excellent team‑working and record‑keeping skills are also essential. This role will involve working both in the classroom and off‑site so the willingness to be flexible is paramount.

What we can offer

The successful candidate can expect the College to fund any training required for the role, investment in their professional development, opportunities to further their career as well as an excellent benefits package.

Still unsure if this is the right role for you?

If you would like to pop in or have an informal discussion to find out more, please contact Sotiri Adamopoulos on 01279868150 or

Closing date for applications: 27th September 2026

This 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. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

We are an equal opportunities employer and an Investors in Diversity Silver award holder, dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive environment. We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds and communities.