Support Worker, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

Position

Start Date:

Immediate Contract Type:
Part-time Contract Term:
Fixed

Application Close: 01/02/2026 Midnight Date of Interviews: TBC

Located in Harlow

Term time only

Part time 29.5 hours per week 09.00 - 15.30 Mon - Thurs & 09.00 - 15.00 on a Friday

Fixed Term until end June 2026

Harlow College Supported Studies students receive an outstanding level of learning support from the Support Worker team. The team works alongside staff to assess and support the learning needs of students in a variety of settings and off-site locations. Our staff have the specialist skills and knowledge to deliver high-quality, personalised support that effectively meets the needs of learners.

Under the direction of the delivery staff or outside employers, the Support Worker will provide practical learning guidance, personal care support and employment training for individual learners or small groups of learners who have a variety of learning difficulties to enable them to take full advantage of their opportunities moving in to adulthood and towards independence.

Ideally you will have experience of working with young people with learning difficulties or disabilities and an awareness of diverse learner needs. You will need to be educated to a minimum of Level 2 Maths & English with good IT skills and have experience of working within an educational environment.

We are looking for a highly motivated and flexible individual who is organised and able to motivate our learners. The successful applicant will have the ability to work calmly under pressure, communicate with people at all levels, demonstrate a positive and inclusive manner and will be solution focused. Excellent team-working and record-keeping skills are also essential. This role will involve working both in the classroom and offsite so the willingness to be flexible is paramount.

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 vacancy may close early dependant on the volume of applications received, we therefore encourage you to apply ASAP.

Still unsure if this is the right role for you?

If you would like to pop in or have an informal discussion to find out more, please contact Sotiri Adamopoulos or Selina Avery on  or sadam or

Closing date for applications: 01/02/2026

This college is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.

As an equal opportunity employer, we welcome applications from all sections of the community.

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.