Support Worker, Special Needs ​/ Learning Disabilities

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Support Worker – Starting Salary: £17161.16 per annum (actual)

Located in Harlow, Part time 29.5 hours per week: 09:00 – 15:30 Mon – Thurs, 09:00 – 15:00 Friday. Term time only, Fixed Term until end June 2026.

The Support Worker team delivers an outstanding level of learning support to Harlow College Supported Studies students. Working alongside teaching staff, we assess and support the learning needs of students across a variety of settings and off‑site locations, providing high‑quality, personalised support that meets learners’ needs.

Under the direction of delivery staff or external employers, the Support Worker will provide practical learning guidance, personal care support, and employment training for individual learners or small groups who have a range of learning difficulties. The goal is to enable learners to take full advantage of their opportunities toward adulthood and independence.

• Experience working with young people with learning difficulties or disabilities.
• Awareness of diverse learner needs.
• Level 2 Maths & English, good IT skills, and experience within an educational environment.
• Highly motivated, flexible, organised, and able to motivate learners.
• Ability to work calmly under pressure, communicate with people at all levels, and demonstrate a positive, inclusive, solution‑focused approach.
• Excellent teamwork and record‑keeping skills.
• Willingness to work both in classroom and offsite settings.

The College will fund any training required for the role, provide investment in professional development, and offer opportunities to advance your career. The successful candidate will also receive an excellent benefits package.

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For inquiries or an informal discussion, contact Sotiri Adamopoulos or Selina Avery at ,
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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.