At a Glance
- Tasks: Support diverse learners in achieving their goals, both in and out of the classroom.
- Company: Join a community-focused college dedicated to student success and well-being.
- Benefits: Generous annual leave, training opportunities, and discounts with local businesses.
- Other info: Flexible hours and job share options available for the right candidates.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while enjoying a supportive work environment.
- Qualifications: Passion for education and experience in supporting learners with special needs.
The predicted salary is between 13.59 - 13.59 £ per hour.
LOCATION: King's Lynn
HOURS: 23.5 to 37 hours per week (between 8.30am - 4.45pm)
SALARY: £13.38 - £13.59 per hour, plus £2.66 to £2.69 per hour for annual leave as this is a term-time post (£25,749 - £26,149 FTE)
Here at the College of West Anglia we are proud of the success of our foundation learning provision providing our learners with invaluable support to succeed in their chosen course from pre-entry to level 1. We recognise that all learners have differing needs and our continued growth in student numbers pays testament to the high quality support we provide.
Learner support officers within the foundation team will support a range of students both within and outside of the classroom. These are varied roles where you can expect to work with learners with educational health and care plans or recognised special educational needs in areas such as maths, English, sessions developing independent living skills and more. No two days are the same.
We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving foundation learning support team and in recent years, the department has grown from strength to strength. We offer an incredible training package and a chance to work within tight knit and supportive teams.
BENEFITS
- Generous annual leave allowance of 30 days per year for support staff, plus five College closure days, plus Bank Holidays (pro-rata for part-time)
- Fee waivers on some College courses
- A contributory pension scheme with the Local Government Pension Scheme
- Discounts with local businesses
- Access to a cycle to work scheme
- Focus on staff well-being with access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme
- Comprehensive training and development
- Job share opportunities available for the right candidates
For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit please contact Su Rix on su.rix@cwa.ac.uk
Closing date for receipt of all applications: 12 noon, 8 September 2026
Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Wednesday 23 September 2026
Applicants are expected to ensure their applications are written in their own words. We reserve the right to use an AI checker on any application. Please note that all interviews are conducted face to face; we are unable to facilitate online interviews. Previous applicants need not apply.
CWA are a Disability Confident employer and offer a guaranteed interview scheme for disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria for a role. We would encourage you to disclose any disabilities and whether or not you wish to be considered under this scheme.
CWA is committed to safeguarding and all staff appointments are subject to satisfactory references and enhanced DBS checks. You will be required to provide references and undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check as well as a barred list check. All shortlisted candidates will be subject to an online search. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 but Exceptions Order may apply. Full details of our Safeguarding Child and Vulnerable Adult Protection policy can be found at Policies (cwa.ac.uk).
CWA reserves the right to close this vacancy early should sufficient suitably qualified applications be received prior to the closing date. No agencies please.
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