We are looking to recruit experienced Learning Support Practitioners (LSPs) to join the Additional Learning Support Team at our Hadlow, Canterbury and Mottingham campuses. The LSPs will provide support to students with learning differences and other barriers studying Further Education courses across all levels including Foundation Learning, Skills for Working Life.

Roles and responsibilities may include providing personal care, one to one or group support in a classroom, practical or workshop setting, on work experience, and during unstructured time. Since Hadlow is a land based College you may expect to spend some time supporting students with outdoor activities.

The successful candidate will need to demonstrate excellent written and oral communication skills, hold a level 2 or 3 learning support qualification or be prepared to undertake the appropriate training. They must be able to provide proof of a minimum Level 2 qualification (or equivalent) in maths and English. Proven experience of working with students with learning difficulties and disabilities is essential, particularly; autistic spectrum condition, ADHD, speech language and communication, dyslexia, physical needs, and behaviour, emotional and social difficulties.

In addition to the minimum requirements detailed above the post holder must possess a high standard of IT skills and be able to demonstrate that they can work flexibly as part of a team.

The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service Check (DBS) and to provide proof of their right to work in the UK. Where applicable a prohibition check will be carried out.

The closing date for receipt of completed applications is Tuesday 29th August 2017

Interviews will be held during the week of 4th September 2017

To apply for this job, please complete an application form. The job description and application form can be downloaded from our website, www.hadlow.ac.uk. Alternatively, you can request an application pack by telephoning 01732 853616. You are required to complete an application form as we do not accept CVs.

When applying for this role, please reference this job board as your application source when asked.

Due to the volume of applications we receive it is impossible to inform all applicants if they have been short listed: therefore if you have not heard from us within 14 days of the closing date you can assume that you have not been successful.

For more information please contact jobs@hadlow.ac.uk in the first instance or call 01732 853616 if you would like to discuss this further.

Hadlow College is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.