Additional Learning Support Worker
| Posting date: | 27 November 2025 |
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| Salary: | £25,157 per year, pro rata |
| Hours: | Full time |
| Closing date: | 07 December 2025 |
| Location: | Barnsley, South Yorkshire |
| Remote working: | On-site only |
| Company: | Barnsley College |
| Job type: | Permanent |
| Job reference: | REC2323 |
Summary
Additional Learning Support Worker
Department: Apprenticeships
Salary: £21,135 per annum (£25,157 full year equivalent)
Contract Type: Permanent - Term Time 37 hours per week
Reference: REC2323 | Closing date: Sunday 7 December 2025
Term Time Contracts
This contract offers full-time hours across 37 weeks of the year, primarily during term time. You will be required to work during the academic terms, with some additional duties outside of term time as needed.
The Opportunity
As our Additional Learning Support Worker, you’ll provide personalised support to our students with additional learning needs, including those with Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). Your role is all about creating a positive, inclusive environment where our learners can overcome barriers, develop independence, and achieve their goals. Whether you’re working one-to-one, in small groups, or within a classroom setting, you’ll help ensure that every student feels supported and valued throughout their educational journey.
You’ll assist our students with both academic and personal development, tailoring your support to meet their individual needs. By working closely with teaching staff, you’ll help adapt learning materials and deliver activities that suit a variety of abilities, enabling our students to fully engage in their studies. In addition, you may provide personal care support where required, whilst always ensuring dignity and respect are maintained.
Your role will also involve offering emotional and pastoral support to help our students build resilience and confidence. You’ll use your communication skills to monitor progress, provide feedback, and contribute to student reviews, including the development of EHCPs. By fostering a fully inclusive learning environment, you’ll empower our students to overcome challenges and reach their potential.
This is a fantastic opportunity for you to make a real difference in our students' lives. Not only will you gain the rewarding experience of seeing our students overcome barriers and grow in confidence, you'll also have the chance to work in a dynamic and supportive environment. You'll collaborate with passionate teaching staff, adapt learning materials to suit diverse abilities, and be part of a team dedicated to creating an inclusive educational experience
About you
We’re looking for someone who is compassionate, patient, and genuinely committed to supporting students with additional learning needs. You’ll need to be approachable, understanding, and ready to adapt to the unique needs of each learner, providing the encouragement and guidance they need to succeed.
You’ll bring strong interpersonal skills, allowing you to build positive relationships with our students, staff, and parents. Your ability to communicate effectively will help you offer both emotional and academic support, ensuring our students feel confident and included.
A proactive attitude and the flexibility to respond to different situations will also be essential, as no two days in this role are the same.
While experience working with individuals with learning difficulties or disabilities is desirable, it’s your attitude and dedication that matter most. You’ll be someone who thrives on making a difference and is committed to fostering an inclusive, supportive environment.
Organisational skills and attention to detail will help you keep accurate records and contribute to the development of Education, Health, and Care Plans (EHCPs). A willingness to work as part of a team, as well as independently, will be crucial to ensuring the best outcomes for students.
Below is a list of some of the key skills, qualifications and experience we are seeking for this exciting opportunity.
Required
• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent.
• GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent).
• Level 3 Teaching qualification (or willingness to work towards)
• Level 2 Health and Social Care (or willingness to work towards)
• 2 years minimum relevant work experience with vulnerable children / adults, people with learning difficulties and / or disabilities, specific learning difficulties in education or in a care setting
Closing date for applications is Sunday, 7 December 2025. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on the level of interest.
Job Description Person Specification
Barnsley College is committed to creating a dynamic and diverse workforce and welcomes applications from all candidates regardless of their gender, disability, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or faith. Disabled applicants who meet the minimum essential criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful candidate will be required to undertake an Enhanced Disclosure from DBS.
Please be aware that it is a Criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.
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