At a Glance
- Tasks: Support students with SEND needs, helping them achieve their potential and promoting independence.
- Company: Harlow College, a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
- Benefits: Starting salary of £22,645.60, training funding, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Join a diverse team dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in students' lives while kickstarting your career in education.
- Qualifications: Minimum Maths & English at Grade 4/C; strong organisational and communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 22645 - 22645 £ per year.
Job Ref No. ECC0-688S
Position Type: SENCO
Pay Range: Starting salary £22,645.60 per annum (actual)
Position Start Date: Immediate
Contract Type: Full-time
Contract Term: Permanent
Application Close: 18/09/2026 Midnight
Date of Interviews: TBC
Hours are Monday - Thursday 8.45am - 5.00pm and Friday 8.45am - 4.45pm Term Time only
Location: Harlow College
Are you a graduate looking to go into Further Education teaching? Or looking to change your career to work within the education sector with young adults? The role of a Learning Support Practitioner here at Harlow College could be a starting point into your future career development.
Our team offers outstanding levels of support and coaching across our mainstream campus to enable learners with additional needs to meet their outcomes and fulfil their potential on their course. The role offers you the opportunity to support and learn how the further education sector works, working with many different subject areas facilitating and advocating for the students and offering personalised support and coaching for SEND students.
What the role entails:
- To provide learning support to students as appropriate, to enable them to fulfil their potential to achieve e.g. clarifying content, making simple notes, differentiating materials, improving their ability to manage their own learning needs.
- To provide personal and intimate care support to learners, as identified in their support plan, risk assessment, EHCP or individual care plan, including toileting, dressing, feeding, eating and drinking, personal hygiene, mobility and medical needs, while promoting independence, dignity and respect.
- Working closely with parents/carers, healthcare professionals, SEND staff, and teaching colleagues to ensure learners' care needs are met effectively and safely.
- To provide support during assessments, examinations, revision sessions, induction activities, educational visits, work experience placements, college visits, and employability activities.
- To take responsibility for promoting and safeguarding the welfare of vulnerable adults and young persons you are responsible for, or come into contact with.
- To keep accurate records of (learning) support and course documentation provided in line with college systems.
What we are looking for:
- You will have a desire to work with young people with SEND needs and have strong administrative and organisational skills.
- You will be educated to a minimum Maths & English at Grade 4/Grade C.
- We are looking for a highly motivated individual who is organised and able to work autonomously and calmly under pressure, is able to communicate well with people of all ages and from all backgrounds, can demonstrate a positive and inclusive manner and is solution focused.
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.
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. All appointments are subject to safer recruitment requirements to ensure the safeguarding of children and young people. All positions will involve appropriate checks and clearances.
Student Learning Coaches - SEND employer: Shorefields
Shorefields in Chelmsford is an exceptional employer dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment for both staff and students. With a focus on professional development, we offer numerous growth opportunities and a collaborative work culture that values innovation and compassion in caring for children with complex needs. Our new purpose-built school provides a unique setting where you can make a meaningful impact in the lives of young people while enjoying the benefits of working in a vibrant community.
