At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learners with Special Educational Needs to achieve their goals and develop life skills.
- Company: Bicton College, a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Generous leave, pension schemes, free tuition, and health initiatives.
- Other info: Flexible working hours and opportunities for personal development.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while promoting sustainability.
- Qualifications: Experience in support roles and a commitment to inclusive learning.
The predicted salary is between 14.8 - 14.8 £ per hour.
Location: Bicton College - Devon
Salary: £24,838.84 FTE (CC24) / £14.80 per hour including holiday pay.
Terms & Conditions: Part-Time & Full-Time, Term Time only (37 and 30 hours over 36 weeks), Support Contract.
Contractual hours: 37
About the Role
We are looking to appoint two Learning Support Practitioners to contribute to the delivery of our Additional Learning Support (ALS) provision for learners who have Special Educational Needs and Disabilities. The purpose of the role is to support individual or small groups of learners in the achievement of their learning goals and the development of independent life and employability skills. A Learning Support Practitioner may also support learners with communication, behavioural & emotional difficulties and social anxiety. Learning Support Practitioners will aim to work with learners to develop independent study skills and strategies to assist in their own learning.
The purpose of our provision is to develop independent, confident, and resilient learners who are well‑prepared to engage with the wider community. We achieve this in line with our College Values, which the successful candidate will be expected to uphold:
- Learner first
- Act with integrity
- Take ownership
- EDI matters
- Think sustainability
Hours and Basis
We have 2 roles available:
- Part time, term time – 30 hours per week, 36 weeks per year: Pro rata salary £15,980.59 (£13,942.80, plus holiday payment £2,037.79)
- Full time, term time – 37 hours per week, 36 weeks per year: Pro rata salary £19,709.40 (£17,196.12, plus holiday payment £2,513.28)
Skills & Experience
Experience within a similar role, perhaps as a Teaching Assistant or in a Support/Carer role would be present. A commitment to inclusive learning and a willingness to gain an understanding of students with Special Educational Needs (SEN) is essential, as is a sensitive and caring approach to learners and trainees. Literacy and numeracy qualifications, or a willingness to work towards Level 2, are essential (we will provide and fund your qualification(s) with us).
Benefits
We have excellent terms and conditions of employment. We offer:
- Generous annual leave schemes – 25 days per annum for support roles, plus a paid Christmas closure of two weeks for most roles.
- Access to generous occupational pension schemes for teachers and support staff.
- Flexible and supportive family friendly working practices.
- A range of staff development activities available and all employees have access to free tuition on many of our courses.
- A range of health and wellbeing initiatives to our employees including access to free counselling and a corporate eye care scheme.
- Employee discount scheme via a corporate benefit scheme – discounts with major retailers.
- Most of our campus sites offer free parking to employees as well as discounted restaurants and salons.
Contact us
If you require further information please contact our Recruitment Team – recruitment@cornwall.ac.uk
The Cornwall College Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Successful appointment to this role will require satisfactory completion of recruitment checks.
We are dedicated to fostering a sustainable and responsible work environment. Education and Training providers have a crucial role in preserving and protecting the environment for future generations. As part of our mission, it seeks individuals who share our passion for sustainability and want to impact the world positively. Staff can contribute to sustainability initiatives, such as reducing carbon emissions, minimising waste and implementing eco‑friendly practices. Employees are encouraged to actively participate in sustainability programs and offer resources and support for their personal sustainability goals.
