Learning Support Practitioner at Yeovil College, Yeovil, Somerset

Learning Support Practitioner - 35 hours per week, term time only

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Make a real difference in the lives of learners at Yeovil College! We’re inviting you to join our team as a Learning Support Practitioner, working 35 hours per week, term time only, where you’ll play a pivotal role within our dedicated SEND team. 

As a key member of our team, you’ll make a lasting impact by supporting students one-on-one, helping them reach their full potential. You’ll collaborate with passionate educators to create a supportive environment where students thrive academically and personally. Building strong relationships with staff, parents, and carers, you’ll drive the “fitness to study” process and implement strategies that promote student success. Acting as a liaison, you’ll empower students to develop essential life skills like time management, organisation, communication, budgeting, and decision-making. Ready to make a difference? Apply today and be part of our mission to support every learner’s growth! 

What we're looking for: 

A strong interest working with young people with additional needs. 

Level 2 English or Maths [or equivalent] or willingness to achieve. 

Level 3 award in Supporting Individuals with Learning Disabilities or willingness to work towards. 

A great communicator who can engage with the students. 

Compassionate and respectful of the learner’s needs. 

A passion for supporting young people to overcome barriers to learning. 

What we offer: 

Annual Salary: £18,862 [FTE £24,522] 

Part-time position, 35 hours per week, term time only. 

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 

Don't miss out!  

Join Yeovil College and make a real difference in the lives of students as they embark on their educational journeys. Apply now to become a part of our dedicated team! 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications. If you’re excited about this opportunity, submit your application as soon as possible! 

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 under represented 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 website 

DBS checks are only one of several methods used to assess candidates’ suitability to work with children and young adults.