Specialist Learning Support Assistant


Company:	West Herts College
Salary:	£32,000 to £32,000 a year
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Watford, WD17 3EZ
Working pattern:	On-site
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	18 Sept 2026
Closing date:	4 Oct 2026

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Summary

Make a lasting difference by empowering learners with SEND to succeed

Are you passionate about inclusive education and supporting learners with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? Do you have the expertise and drive to help students overcome barriers, build independence, and achieve their goals?

We’re looking for skilled and proactive Specialist Learning Support Assistants to join our SEND team. This is a key role within our inclusive provision, working in partnership with curriculum staff to deliver high-quality, responsive support that enables learners to access and thrive in their education.

As a Specialist Learning Support Assistant, you will provide targeted, specialist support through one-to-one and small group interventions, while contributing to the wider development of inclusive practice across the College. You will contribute to staff development, share expertise, and support quality assurance processes through evidence-based practice.

This is a varied and impactful role. Key responsibilities include:

Delivering tailored one-to-one and small group interventions to develop study skills, independence and confidence

Supporting learners with a range of SEND needs, including those with EHCPs

Working collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt teaching approaches and learning materials

Promoting inclusive learning strategies and the effective use of assistive technologies

Monitoring learner progress, attendance and engagement, using data to inform interventions

Supporting transition processes, including school liaison, taster sessions and learner assessments

Providing specialist advice, guidance and training to staff to promote inclusive practice

Contributing to quality assurance and continuous improvement of SEND provision

We’re looking for someone who combines specialist knowledge with a collaborative and learner-centred approach. You’ll be confident working independently and as part of a wider team, with the ability to influence inclusive practice across the College.

You will bring:

Experience supporting people with SEN and knowledge of SEND support strategies

Experience delivering targeted interventions and promoting learner independence

Strong communication and relationship-building skills

A proactive, reflective and solutions-focused approach

A genuine commitment to inclusion and improving outcomes for learners

We have a full-time role available with the flexibility to be based at any of our campuses in Luton, Watford and Hemel Hempstead. There will be some travel between campuses required.

If you’re ready to bring your expertise and passion to a role where you can truly make a difference, we’d love to hear from you.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 4th October 2026.

You will have the full support of a dynamic team and opportunities to bring your ideas to the role. Training and development are at the heart of everything we do, so you will be actively encouraged to upskill.

You can access a wide range of discounts and benefits including a cycle to work scheme, free on-site parking, pension, generous holiday scheme, time off at Christmas and early finishes on a Friday.

For more information, please contact Human Resources on 01923 812333, or by e-mailing jobs@westherts.ac.uk.

WHC Group is positive about disabled people. If you need help applying for this role, please contact the Human Resources department.

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