Learning Support Specialist at The City of Liverpool College

Liverpool, England, United Kingdom -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

21 Mar, 26

Salary

29911.0

Posted On

21 Dec, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Educational Support, Assessment, Learning Difficulties, Communication Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Customer Service, Professional Development, Motivational Techniques, Record Keeping, Collaboration, Inclusivity, Behavior Management, Personal Care, IT Literacy, Planning, Monitoring Progress

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Learning Support Specialist Application Deadline: 5 January 2026 Department: Learning Support Employment Type: Permanent Location: Liverpool Reporting To: Head of Additional Learning Support Compensation: £27,598 - £29,911 / year Description This role is designed to contribute to the achievement of excellence in student support through innovative and effective educational practices. You will be responsible for assessing and providing tailored support to students of all ages with a variety of learning difficulties and/or disabilities, including moderate learning difficulties, physical, mental, sensory, and specific learning challenges. Your role will involve creating comprehensive support action plans that guide teachers and support staff in addressing the individual needs of each learner, ensuring that students have the necessary resources and strategies to overcome barriers to learning and access. You will provide consistent and flexible support across all academic levels, from Level 1 through Level 4, to help students reach their full potential. The purpose of your support is not only to improve participation and achievement but also to foster confidence and independence, empowering students to become more self-sufficient. By working collaboratively with teachers, support staff, and other professionals, you will help create an inclusive and supportive learning environment that allows all students to succeed and thrive. Key Responsibilities To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of college life To contribute to the College and Department’s strategic objectives and to actively engage in the annual review To be aware of the developments in subject area and update knowledge and skills on an annual basis To have a good knowledge of the impact of various learning difficulties/disabilities on students learning and have a good track record of assessing and meeting those needs. To deliver high quality support in order to achieve effective participation of assigned students in the learning process Plan and use a range of effective and appropriate support techniques to engage and motivate students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities and encourage independence and autonomy Establish a purposeful and motivating learning environment where students feel safe, secure, confident and valued Establish and maintain professional relationship with students which promote and maintain appropriate behaviour, communication and respect for others, while challenging discriminatory behaviour and attitudes To make arrangements for access to initial assessments/interviews To undertake assessment of support needs. to undertake learning support duties as per timetable To maintain records of delivered support to ensure quality assurance To liaise effectively with appropriate external agencies as and when required To monitor students’ progress and attendance in receipt of support and report concerns to team leader where necessary Liaise with tutors to ensure students are being effectively supported and that all identified differentiation strategies are being implemented as specified in the learning support action plan. Liaise with Team Leader and Progress Leaders to identify areas of concern regarding students pastoral and academic needs Assist students with personal care as/when appropriate To be aware of external/internal assessment procedures and to play and appropriate part in their Implementation (e.g., supporting exams in the capacity of invigilators, prompters, readers/scribes) Evaluate and improve own communication skills to maximise effective communication and overcome barriers To liaise with line manager in contributing to the administration necessary to support the business needs of the Department and the College To encourage students on your case load to attend Math and English sessions and report concerns to relevant senior staff To review own professional development needs and to participate fully in future training and development To communicate and consult with parents, carers and students including Parent’s Evening, Welcome Evenings, other events and open evenings. To ensure that all students on your timetable comply with College’s policies and procedures All employees have a responsibility to carry out the duties of the post in line with the new public sector equality duty and our commitment to promote and advance equality of opportunity within the college. Generic Duties: To contribute fully to the mission and values statement of the College Group ensuring its effective implementation in all aspects of College life. To take proactive responsibility for Health & Safety to ensure that a safe working environment and safe working practices are maintained at all times. To comply with the General Data Protection Regulations (GDPR). To support cross college actives as required in particular the key enrolment and invigilation periods. Carry out any other relevant and appropriate duties as determined by the needs of the service and as appropriate to the grade. Skills, Knowledge and Expertise Essential: Educated to Level 2 in English and Math Level 3 qualification or above in a related field. Note: consideration may be given to equivalent experience with a willingness to work towards a relevant qualification in line with this criteria but preference will be given to those with an existing qualification. Excellent computer literacy – ability to use the current IT programs of the College Experience of assessing students’ needs in educational setting Proven relevant experience of supporting students in an educational setting Knowledge and understanding of disabilities and/or learning difficulties High level of communication and interpersonal skills Excellent customer service skills Engaged in Continuing Professional Development Ability to set high standards for students, colleagues and for themselves Desirable: An ICT qualification Benefits Why Join The City of Liverpool College? Benefits of working at the College As a valued member of our College community, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, dedicated wellbeing support, and meaningful opportunities for professional growth and development. Pension Scheme You'll be part of the Local Government Pension Scheme with employer contributions of up to 20.20%, one of the best pension packages in the sector. Leave entitlement Up to 30 days annual holiday allowance, plus 1 wellbeing day. You’ll also benefit from 5 to 7 days statutory closure and 2 further days closure at Easter. Employee Benefit Platform As part of your role, you’ll have access to the COLC Employee Benefits Platform, a one-stop hub for a wide range of perks designed to support your wellbeing, work-life balance, and everyday savings. You’ll be able to access discounts at major supermarkets, fashion and lifestyle retailers, tech stores, travel providers, and more. You’ll also benefit from the Cycle to Work Scheme, cinema and leisure discounts and tech and home appliance discounts, with the option of spreading the cost through salary sacrifice. The platform is part of our commitment to supporting you in every aspect of your working life – and beyond. Health and Wellbeing As part of our commitment to supporting your health and wellbeing, all employees have access to the Health Assured Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) – a completely confidential support service available 24/7, 365 days a year. Whether you’re facing personal challenges, looking for advice, or simply need someone to talk to, Health Assured is here to help. Through Health Assured, you can access a 24/7 confidential helpline, face to face, online or telephone counselling, as well as structured support for a wide range of issues including stress, anxiety, relationships, bereavement, legal and financial concerns. You'll also have access to the online wellbeing portal, a secure, user-friendly platform offering a wide range of self-help resources, health assessments, articles, and guidance covering emotional, physical, and financial wellbeing, and to the Wisdom App, which offers mood trackers and wellbeing tools, meditation guides, fitness videos, and self-help modules as well as daily wellbeing tips. You’ll also be entitled to a free eye test through our voucher scheme with Specsavers, which covers a full eye exam (worth up to £25) and even includes £45 towards a pair of glasses. We also offer free flu vaccinations to help keep you feeling your best all year round. Travel We offer interest-free loans to help you buy annual travel passes from Merseytravel and Merseyrail. That means you can enjoy the savings of up to two months' free travel—without having to cover the full cost upfront. It’s all about making your commute more affordable and less stressful. Flexible Working We offer flexible working options depending on business need to support our employee's work-life balance. Professional Development We’re passionate about helping you thrive, offering a mix of formal and informal professional development opportunities—designed to sharpen your skills, expand your knowledge, and accelerate your career. College Benefits Our excellent sports and fitness facilities can be used free of charge by staff. You can also access a range of discounted hair and beauty treatments at our Academy and Graduate Hair & Beauty Salons, and a staff discount at our Academy Restaurant.

Responsibilities

The Learning Support Specialist will assess and provide tailored support to students with various learning difficulties and disabilities. They will create support action plans and work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to foster an inclusive learning environment.