Learning Support Practitioner

EKC Group · Folkestone, South East

Learning Support Practitioner at EKC Group, based in Folkestone, South East. This is a permanent role.

Salary
Competitive
Location
Folkestone, South East
Contract
Permanent
Posted
10 hours ago
Closes
22 Nov 2026
Sector
Teaching Assistant

Reference https://jobs.ekcgroup.ac.uk/vacancies/4914/learning-support-practitioner.html

About the role

  • Role Type: - Curriculum Support
  • Location: - Folkestone, Kent
  • Salary Details: - £26,626 FTE per annum
  • About The Role: -

    Make a Difference Every Day – Support Students to Succeed!

    Join our team and help empower young people with additional needs to reach their potential – all while enjoying a work-life balance that fits around family and personal commitments.

    We are seeking a compassionate and committed Learning Support Practitioner to join our team at EKC Folkestone College to provide tailored, one-to-one and group support to students with high levels of need, studying across a wide range of subjects – from Entry Level to Level 3, including Functional Skills and GCSE English and Maths.

    You’ll be supporting learners with a variety of learning difficulties and/or disabilities, helping them thrive in the classroom, during work placements, and with any personal care or welfare needs.

    In this role, you will:

    • Provide inclusive, person-centred support to students with SEND

    • Assist learners in classroom sessions, workshops and enrichment activities

    • Offer guidance and encouragement to promote independence and confidence

    • Work collaboratively with teaching staff and external professionals

    • Support students in achieving their qualifications and progression goals

    • Assist with personal care where required (full training provided)

    What we offer:

    • No weekend work

    • No night shifts

    • All school holidays off

    • A rewarding role where you make a daily impact
    • Ongoing training and development opportunities

    If you’re passionate about inclusion and education and want a role that works around your life, we’d love to hear from you

    Hours per week: 28 Weeks per year: 37 Salary (inc holiday pay): £16,227   Here are just some of our benefits when working for the East Kent Colleges Group:
    • Generous and consistent holiday pattern
    • Flexible Personal Leave
    • Exclusive Discounts & Perks
    • Wellbeing and Health Support
    • Competitive Pension Scheme

    Full list of company benefits

Reference: https://jobs.ekcgroup.ac.uk/vacancies/4914/learning-support-practitioner.html · Posted 10 hours ago · Closes 22 Nov 2026 · Listed via EKC Group

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