SEND Support Practitioner

Are you a compassionate, patient, and proactive individual who thrives on helping others succeed? At The Manchester College, we’re looking for SEND Support Practitioners to make a real difference in the lives of learners with additional needs. In this rewarding role, you’ll provide tailored support that empowers students to overcome barriers and reach their full potential. You’ll be a vital part of a supportive team, creating inclusive learning environments where every student feels seen, heard, and valued. If you’re passionate about equity in education and love being a positive force in someone’s journey then this is the role for you.

We have an exciting opportunity at our Openshaw Campus to join our Supported Learning Department as a SEND Support Practitioner on a permanent, full-time (35 hours per week), term time only (39 weeks) basis.

Benefits

• 35 days paid annual leave plus 5 paid bank holidays (pro-rated for weeks worked per year)
• 3 well-being days per year (FTE)
• Significant pension contribution
• Retail discounts
• Employee Assistance Program
• Cycle to work scheme

Skills, Qualifications and Experience

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Minimum Level 2 Learning Support qualification, or willingness to achieve within an agreed period

or

• Minimum of a Level 2 Specialist support qualification (or willingness to achieve within an agreed period)
• Minimum of a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths
• Willingness to work towards a secondary specialist support area at minimum Level 2
• Communication Support Practitioners require a minimum level 3 British Sign Language qualification
• Dyslexia Support Practitioners require a minimum level 3 supporting Learners with Dyslexia qualification
• Experience of supporting young adults in an education environment
• Experience and knowledge, empathy and understanding of the specific issues relating to the education of young people and adults who have sensory, physical impairments or other specific learning difficulties
• Application of specific reasonable adjust of learning materials and learning environment, such as technical resource modifications and accessibility to meet individual learner needs
• Fully adhere to and accountability of college policies with regard to working intimately with vulnerable learners, such as but not limited to the college Safeguarding procedures, Personal care policy and Administration of medicine policy
• Good knowledge of specific assistive technology or specialist software in supporting learners with SEN/D
• Experienced and competent in the use of IT systems, such as Microsoft Office Suite

Safeguarding

The LTE Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process. Some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check.

Equal Opportunities Statement

At The Manchester College, we’re committed to providing an environment free from discrimination, bullying, harassment, or victimisation, where all members of our community are treated with respect and dignity. The Manchester College is committed to working in an inclusive way with all the communities where we are geographically located and to developing a workforce and student community that reflects Greater Manchester’s and the UK’s rich diversity and vibrancy.

The closing date for this job advert is 18/08/2025. However, sometimes the job advert may close early if we receive a good response!