Learning Support Practitioner

Learning Support Practitioner Location: West Midlands Pay: Around £15 per hour Contract: Temporary Hours: Various part-time and full-time opportunities available Think FE are working with a well-established further…

Pay rate £14 – £16/hour
Job type Temporary
Posted 6 October 2026

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Learning Support Practitioner
Location: West Midlands
Pay: Around £15 per hour
Contract: Temporary
Hours: Various part-time and full-time opportunities available

Think FE are working with a well-established further education college in the West Midlands that is looking for experienced Learning Support Practitioners to support students with SEND across its provision.
This is a great opportunity for someone who enjoys working closely with young people and making a meaningful difference to their learning, confidence and independence.

The Role
As a Learning Support Practitioner, you will support students with additional needs both inside and outside the classroom. Much of the support will be delivered on a one-to-one basis, helping individual learners to access their studies and get the most from their time at college.
Your responsibilities may include:

Providing one-to-one support for students with SEND and additional learning needs
Supporting students during classroom-based activities
Helping learners to remain engaged, focused and confident in their studies
Supporting students outside the classroom where required
Encouraging independence while providing appropriate individual support
Working closely with teaching staff and other support professionals
Helping to create a positive, inclusive and supportive learning environment
When applying, please let us know the days and hours you are available to work so we can match you with the most suitable opportunity.

What We're Looking For
To be considered, you will need:

Previous experience supporting children or young people with additional needs
Experience working with SEND learners
A relevant qualification in SEND, Learning Support, Childcare or a related area
A patient, supportive and adaptable approach
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
The ability to build positive professional relationships with young people
Experience within a school, college, specialist education or similar learning environment would be particularly valuable.

What’s on Offer

Weekly PAYE pay with holiday pay
Advance payments available when needed
24/7 GP service
Monthly lottery draw
High street rewards platform
Next steps
Once you've applied, one of our friendly further education consultants will give you a call to discuss this opportunity. The college will move quickly for the right applicant, and they have a simple and concise interview process. Think FE Ltd. are acting as an employment business for this position. Working for/with Think FE Ltd. is subject to agreement to our Terms and Conditions.

Data Policy
Your data will be stored by Think FE Ltd. solely for the purpose of helping you to find work. By hitting apply you consent to your data being used in this way. We will confirm with you by email immediately with a full breakdown of how your data is used, and you may opt out fully or in part at any time. Your data will not be passed on to 3rd parties without your permission

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