Specialist Learning Support Assistant

Nottingham College • Part-time • Nottingham, Nottingham, England, United Kingdom • £25,256 - £26,348 / year • 1d ago

£25,256 to £26,348 per annum (pro-rata for part-time and term-time only)

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.

Who we need

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.

What you’ll bring

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.Clark@nottinghamcollege.ac.uk

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

Why Join us

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

A place to belong

At Nottingham College, we’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, valued, and understood.

We’re proud to be recognised as a Carer Confident employer, acknowledging the tailored support we offer to staff who balance their roles with caring responsibilities. As part of the Endometriosis Friendly Employer scheme, we’re actively tackling the stigma around menstrual health and providing meaningful support to those affected.

Our commitment to wellbeing continues as we work towards becoming a Menopause Friendly accredited employer, ensuring those experiencing menopause and peri-menopause feel heard and supported.

Mental health matters here too — our network of accredited Mental Health First Aiders is always growing, helping to foster a culture of compassion and understanding across the college.

Through our Wellness Cafés – informal gatherings that invite open conversation – colleagues are encouraged to share experiences and support one another. Whether navigating health challenges or balancing work and personal life, wellbeing is prioritised at Nottingham College, allowing you to thrive in your career.

Nottingham College is a place where you can share your ideas, work with people from all kinds of backgrounds and together, make a positive difference. Within our inclusive workplace, everyone is given the opportunity to belong. As part of this we are happy to consider any reasonable adjustments that successful candidates may need.

Nottingham College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the wellbeing of our students and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Background checks including employer references, and an enhanced DBS check will be required for this role.

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