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Learning Needs Support Practitioner

United Kingdom, Durham Employment contract 25877.80 - 28725.84 GBP / Year · Job Posted July 13, 2026
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Are you a dedicated professional with a passion for empowering students and supporting our teams to achieve success? We’re seeking a dynamic Learning Support Needs Practitioner to join our forward-thinking team! If you have a wealth of experience in supporting learners, a flair for leadership, and a drive to make a lasting impact, this is your opportunity to take your career to the next level. Step into a role where you can inspire others, shape educational experiences, and champion inclusivity—making a real difference in the lives of our learners every day. We have a great opportunity available to join Novus, our prison education provider at HMP Durham, working as a Learning Support Needs Practitioner. This role is offered on a permanent, full-time basis, working 37 hours per week.

Requirements

  • Hold a Level 2 qualifications in Literacy and Numeracy
  • Hold a Level 5 qualification in Special Educational Needs or be willing to work towards within an agreed timescale
  • Proven track record of working effectively with learners presenting with challenging behaviour
  • Demonstrate an understanding of how people learn and methods that can be used to enhance a learning experience
  • Have the ability to support the learning of individuals and groups
  • Have experience of working with learners with a range of abilities and support needs
  • Have experience of successful working in an effective multi-disciplinary team
  • Demonstrate accurate and timely reporting
  • Demonstrate positive team working
  • Be flexible, pragmatic, nurturing, and learner focused
  • Be non-judgemental
  • Be determined and enthused by challenge
  • Must have excellent attention to detail

What we offer

  • 35 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays
  • 2 hours for wellbeing / personal development per week
  • Significant Pension contributions
  • Retail Discounts
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Cycle to work scheme
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