At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead and support a team providing educational and emotional support to students with additional needs.
- Company: Community-focused FE College in East England with a thriving support team.
- Benefits: Generous leave, training opportunities, discounts, and a focus on staff well-being.
- Other info: Job-share options available; excellent career growth potential.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while developing your leadership skills.
- Qualifications: Experience in educational support and strong teamwork abilities.
The predicted salary is between 31423 - 34024 £ per year.
LOCATION: Downham Market
HOURS: 37 hours per week / 40 weeks per year
SALARY: £31,423 to £34,024 per annum (inclusive of holiday pay)
We are a successful, community-focused FE College based in the East of England. We have a thriving Additional 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.
The key responsibilities of this role are to lead, support and supervise the Learning Support Officer (LSO) team in delivering high-quality educational, social and emotional support to pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) and other additional needs. The postholder will coordinate daily support arrangements, promote inclusive practice, monitor standards of provision, and work collaboratively with teaching staff, families and external agencies to ensure pupils achieve their full potential.
Benefits include:
- A 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
CWA focuses on staff well-being and utilises both internal and external resources, such as a well-being committee and access to a free and confidential Employee Assistance Programme as well as comprehensive training and development. Job-share opportunities are available for the right candidates.
To apply online or to view all our current vacancies please visit www.cwa.ac.uk. For further information specific to the role, or to arrange a visit please contact Kelly‑Ann.Neale@cwa.ac.uk.
Closing date for receipt of all applications: 12 noon Tuesday 28 July 2026. Interviews are provisionally scheduled for Wednesday 12 August 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.
CWA is a Disability Confident employer and offers 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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As a Work Placement & Careers Coordinator at CWA in King's Lynn, you will join a supportive and inclusive work culture dedicated to empowering high needs learners. With generous annual leave, comprehensive training opportunities, and a commitment to equality and diversity, CWA stands out as an excellent employer that values the growth and well-being of its staff while fostering meaningful connections with local businesses to enhance student success.
