Job Description

Salary

- 21,966.47 actual salary

Hours

- 37 hours per week, 38 weeks per year

Contract

- Permanent

Location

- Peterborough

Closing Date

- 2nd November 2025

Do you have a passion for helping young people thrive? Are you committed to supporting learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND) to achieve their full potential?

We're looking for a

Learning Support Practitioner

to join our dedicated support team at

Peterborough College

, part of the Inspire Education Group. In this rewarding role, you'll provide one-to-one and small group support for students with SEND, helping them gain the skills and confidence to progress through their study programmes -- and beyond.

What You'll Be Doing:

Working under the guidance of the Specialist Support Manager, you'll:

Provide

targeted 1:1 and small group support

sessions, helping students develop independence and self-management strategies. Collaborate closely with teaching staff and support teams to deliver

a tailored, graduated approach

to support. Help ensure Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes are met, preparing students for adulthood and the next steps in education or employment. Use assistive technologies and digital tools to enhance learning and promote independence. Set, track, and review SMART targets to help learners progress towards their academic and personal goals. Contribute to risk assessments, support planning, and exam access arrangements. Maintain accurate records aligned to ALS (Additional Learning Support) funding. Signpost learners to internal and external services, working closely with the Wellbeing and Safeguarding Teams.
What You'll Bring:

We're looking for someone who is compassionate, organised, and confident working with young people with diverse needs.

Essential skills & qualifications include:

Level 3 Learning Support qualification Level 3 Preparing to Teach qualification Level 2 English and Maths Experience supporting learners with SEND Strong IT skills (Google Suite, Microsoft Office) Knowledge of assistive strategies and tools Ability to communicate clearly and work collaboratively with staff and students
Experience with EHCPs, exam access arrangements, or working across multi-disciplinary teams would be an advantage, but full training and support will be provided.

What We Offer:

Term-time working

- enjoy 14 weeks off per year! Access to the

Local Government Pension Scheme

Fully-funded

Enhanced DBS check

Ongoing

training and CPD opportunities

A friendly, inclusive team environment that values every individual Opportunities to make a meaningful difference in learners' lives
If you're a dedicated, student-focused professional who's ready to help learners overcome barriers and achieve independence, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply now and be part of something that truly matters.

IEG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children, young people and any vulnerable groups within the college community and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be subject to a thorough vetting process which includes an enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references.

This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. The Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the Exceptions Order 1975, provides information about which convictions must be declared during job applications and related exceptions and further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS filtering guide.

Candidates are reminded that if they are barred from working with Children it is a criminal offence to apply for this position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 21,966.00 per year

Benefits:

Canteen Cycle to work scheme Employee discount Free parking On-site parking
Work Location: In person