Specialist Learning Support Assistant

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Being part of Nottingham College means playing a vital part in helping thousands of people reach their potential. Together, we’re making a positive difference to our learners, to our communities and to each other. We’re building better futures, for others and for ourselves. Here, you’ll have the freedom to work in a way that suits you, the support to thrive and the opportunity to shape your career.

We are seeking candidates who are passionate about providing an inclusive learning experience for our students. Working within a centralised team approach across different campuses. Your key duties include:

• Work in a non-teaching capacity, acting as Learning Support for students with complex and diverse needs
• Work under the direction of your teaching colleagues when supporting within the classroom and following the recommendations within the TLIP
• Work under the direction of the Specialist Tutors and co-ordinator to write, update and implement the students’ various support document including exam access arrangements
• Assess individual learners needs and make suggestions and strategies to support the needs
• Support student’s development including transition, enrolment and induction
• Help achieve the learning aims of students, by feedback, review and modification of support plans, targets and to work towards their independence and self-advocacy skills.
• Assist in the preparation of learning/teaching resources, including setting up of specialist equipment where needed
• Attend EHCP reviews as required and offer input regarding student support
• Liaise with external professionals where appropriate

Please note there are 5 x 32.5 hour roles available across Basford, Gateway, Adams, City Hub and Ruddington campuses.

The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and promote an inclusive learning environment for students. You will be able to work flexibly as part of the Inclusion and Support team, which will require you to work at other college campuses to provide cover. Essential skills and experience also include:

• Hold Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent
• Have previous experience of supporting people with learning support needs
• Knowledge of inclusion/range and implications of disabilities/self-advocacy issues
• Be able to maintain confidentiality and have a considerate and tolerant approach
• Maintain accurate records and keep student records updated as required and adhering to deadlines

For further details on this post which the job description and person specification cannot answer for you, please contact Margaret Clark - Margaret.

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Interviews / Assessments are planned for week commencing 9th February 2026.

• Competitive salary – £25,256 to £26,348 per annum FTE. (This will be pro-rata for part time posts)
• 35 days Annual Leave + 8 Bank Holidays + Opportunity to purchase up to 5 days annual leave
• Access to Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS).
• Discounts at various stores and services across the UK via our Vivup App
• Various travel schemes including cycle to work, local transport season tickets and car salary sacrifice scheme
• Opportunities for professional development including 8 dedicated Continued Personal Development (CPD) days and our Request to Invest Programme

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