SEND Learning Assistant (Various Contracts)

We are recruiting for three Learning Assistants. Our Learning Assistants are an important part of our High Needs and Learning Department, providing non-teaching support to students with disabilities, learning difficulties, medical needs and mental health issues to help them succeed in their course. This includes support in the classroom but also on visits and residentials.

The Learning Assistant role offers a fantastic entry into a career in Education.

We have the below contracts available:

• 7 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Permanent) - £3,721 per year including holiday uplift
• 18.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Fixed-Term until End of June 2025) - £9,836 per year including holiday uplift
• 22.5 hours per week, 38 weeks per year (Fixed-Term until End of June 2025) - £11,963 per year including holiday uplift

Responsibilities include:

• Providing non-teaching support for students with special educational needs.
• Following professional guidance provided through EHC Plans and Learning Support Agreements.
• Providing verbal and written feedback on learner progress and accessibility issues to teaching staff.
• Assisting in the preparation of teaching aids and materials.

The Ideal Candidate:

The ideal candidate will be learner and quality-focused with a commitment to our vision of working together to transform lives. They should be able to contribute to our journey to Outstanding, creating a positive working and study environment, and, Equity, Diversity & Inclusion should be embedded within their core values.

Education & Training

• GCSE 5 – 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in Maths or be prepared to pass a test before interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• GCSE 5 - 9 or equivalent level 2 qualification in English or be prepared to pass a test before interview to demonstrate level 2 ability and then if appointed achieve within an agreed timescale
• Level 2 Safeguarding is desirable but not essential Experience
• Experience of supporting people with disabilities and/or learning difficulties (this can include voluntary work and/or student placements)
• Experience of working in an education setting is desirable but not essential
• We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest and number of applications so early application is advised.

Bradford College

At Bradford College our ambition is to transform the lives of our learners, help them to aim higher and support them to achieve their goals. 

Located in the heart of Bradford, we offer a wide range of courses at varying levels, with something to suit everyone. Undergraduate to postgraduate and professional qualifications to distance learning and short community courses. 

Our aim is to attract and retain knowledgeable, passionate and focused individuals who can inspire, motivate and support both learners and colleagues. With a can-do attitude and desire for continuous self-improvement, you could make a difference to the lives of everyone at Bradford College. 

Benefits of working at Bradford College:

• Generous annual leave entitlement – equivalent to 30 days holidays, plus bank holidays
• Additional college closure days, including 2-week Christmas closure
• Local government pension scheme, with a generous 18% employer contribution
• Annual salary reviews
• Career progression opportunities – 54% of all vacancies are filled internally
• Free sports and gym facilities
• Free wellbeing initiatives and access to our exclusive staff indoor and outdoor wellbeing space
• Confidential employee assistance service and on-site mental health first aiders
• Access to Bradford College benefits hub, offering retail, travel, leisure and dining discounts and cashback
• Discounts on greener travel – cycle to work scheme & local MetroCard and Northern Rail discounts
• Access to hair and beauty treatments in our student-led Signature Spa
• On-site dining facilities, including our award-winning Grove restaurant
• A host of training development opportunities
• Fantastic campus facilities, a short walk to public transport links in the heart of the City of Culture 2025
• The opportunity to work for an organisation that is truly committed to creating a better future for all through education and training.