Learning Support Practitioner - SEND

Learning Support Practitioner - SEND

Location: Walthamstow, Greater London

Salary: £13,773- per year (inc. London Weighting)

Contract: Permanent

Hours: 20 hours per week - Term Time only

About Waltham Forest College

Waltham Forest College has been rated 'Outstanding' by Ofsted following its most recent inspection and has distinguished itself as one of only a small number of General Further Education Colleges across the country to achieve the prestigious 'Outstanding' rating.

Waltham Forest College has been named one of The Sunday Times Best Places to Work 2025, a testament to its exceptional employee experience and organisational culture. Survey results revealed staff engagement and confidence in leadership to be significantly above the national average, underlining the College's focus on wellbeing, inclusivity, and professional growth.

Ranked in the top 5% of GFE colleges nationally for student achievement, Waltham Forest College continues to be an aspirational destination for learners. With state-of-the-art industry-standard facilities, a dedicated and expert teaching team, and a strong network of employer partnerships, the College ensures students are future-ready and equipped for success.

Job Role and Responsibilities

Are you passionate about supporting young people and adults to achieve their full potential, advocating for their additional needs and helping them to break down their barriers to learning? Do you have experience of youth work, mentoring or support within a post 16 environment?

Waltham Forest College are seeking to recruit exceptional Learning Support Assistants for the SEND provision to provide practical support to young people, aged 16-18 or 19-24 with EHCP and adults with learning difficulties, behaviour barriers to learning and/or physical disabilities to facilitate their independence, access to learning and integration into the life of the College. You will have good communication skills, both verbally and in writing, and have empathy and interest in helping students reach their potential. In addition, you will have the ability to build and maintain good working relationships with learners, teachers and other external agencies and have an understanding of safeguarding and its importance.

We are particularly looking for male individuals to provide support to male students who need assistance with personal care.

Candidate Requirements

• Hold a minimum Level 2 (GCSE Grade D/4 or above) in English and Maths
• Ideally, familiar with the SEN Code of Practice and relevant legislation
• BSL qualification at Level 2 or above is desirable
• Enthusiasm, flexibility, patience, and a sense of humour are vital attributes

What’s in it for you?

We offer the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge in a friendly team environment, along with benefits including a career average pension scheme, employee assistance programme, enhanced sick pay, NUS Employee discount, free onsite parking, cycle to work scheme, and Sodexo benefits scheme.

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating and promoting a diverse and inclusive workforce that better reflects the wider community we support.

Safeguarding

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare and safety of our students and expect everyone working for the College to share this commitment. We conduct DBS clearance checks for applications as part of our safeguarding procedures. In line with KCSIE 2025 and Safer Recruitment principles, the college reserves the right to conduct online searches of shortlisted candidates.

Application Details

Closing Date: 2nd October 2026

Interview Date: 9th October 2026