Learning Support Officer – Training & Development
Location - MOD Lyneham (DSEME) with occasional travel to other training sites
Salary - £48,500 per annum
Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Learning Support Officer to join an education and training team. The successful candidate will play a vital role in supporting learners with Specific Learning Differences (SpLD) and other additional learning needs. The learners will be primarily 16+. You will be responsible for identifying support requirements, delivering tailored interventions, and promoting inclusive practices across the training environment.
Key Responsibilities:
Learning Support:
* Deliver targeted learning support to individuals and small groups.
* Create individual learning plans and support frameworks.
* Facilitate study skills sessions to build learner independence.
* Conduct SpLD assessments and arrange exam access requirements.
* Promote inclusive teaching strategies among trainers and support staff.
* Keep current with developments in inclusive learning and assistive technology.
* Liaise with external support agencies where required.
Monitoring & Reporting:
* Track learner progress and measure the impact of support interventions.
* Prepare reports detailing learner progress, outcomes, and value-added improvements.
* Analyse data to identify trends and inform teaching strategies.
* Ensure all data is managed in accordance with GDPR and internal procedures.
Quality Assurance & Improvement:
* Contribute to self-assessment reviews and internal audits.
* Support quality improvement initiatives within the training function.
* Work collaboratively with partner organisations to ensure continuity of support.
* Stay informed of all relevant legislation, guidance, and quality frameworks.
Staff Development & Collaboration:
* Deliver training to staff on inclusive learning strategies and SpLD.
* Provide coaching and support to trainers to embed inclusive practice.
* Assist in developing and maintaining SEN policies and resources.
General Duties:
* Comply with all safeguarding, health and safety, and equality & diversity policies.
* Undertake other duties appropriate to the role, as required.
What we're looking for:
Essential Qualifications:
* Recognised teaching qualification (e.g., Level 4 FE, Cert Ed, or PGCE).
* Recognised qualification in SEND or SpLD.
* Level 7 qualification for conducting exam access arrangements.
Essential Experience:
* Supporting learners in adult or further education settings.
* Conducting SpLD assessments and implementing tailored learning support.
* Managing learner progress data and producing outcome reports.
* Collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to support learner needs.
Desirable Experience:
* Working within vocational or technical training environments.
* Coaching/mentoring staff or learners.
* Using digital reporting tools such as Power BI or College IP.
* Experience supporting learners within a regulated or military context.
Additional Information:
* This is a full-time, site-based role with occasional travel to other training centres.
* Security clearance may be required depending on site access requirements.
* Applicants must have the right to work in the UK.