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Inclusive Practitioner (SEND)

Truro and Penwith College

Cornwall

  • New
Salary:
£26,669 pro rata (£14,434 per annum)
Job type:
Part Time, Permanent
Apply by:
18 May 2026

Job overview

Part Time (22.5 hours), term-time (40 weeks)

We are seeking a committed and passionate Inclusive Practitioner (SEND) to join our Learning Support team. This is a highly impactful role focused on improving outcomes for learners with SEND, EHCPs and high needs.

 

The Role

Key responsibilities include:

  • Acting as a key point of contact for an allocated group of SEND, EHCP and high‑needs learners.

  • Working closely with learners to ensure their voice, strengths and aspirations shape the support they receive.

  • Coordinating personalised, holistic support that enables learners to engage fully in college life.

  • Collaborating with curriculum teams, families and external professionals to create inclusive, ambitious learning experiences.

  • Embedding Preparing for Adulthood (PfA) outcomes, supporting learners to build independence, confidence and meaningful progression.

  • Supporting and influencing inclusive practice across the college to improve outcomes for all learners.

This is a rewarding role for someone who enjoys building trusted relationships, working collaboratively and making a genuine difference to learners’ lives.

 

What You’ll Bring

We’re looking for a passionate, learner-focussed individual who:

  • Has experience supporting learners with SEND and understands the impact this can have on learning and participation.

  • Is optimistic and ambitious for learners, using a strengths‑based approach to support independence.

  • Communicates confidently and works well with a wide range of people and professionals

  • Enjoys working collaboratively and contributing to inclusive practice across teams.

  • Is organised, proactive and committed to making sure learners feel supported, understood and valued.

You’ll also have

  • A level 3 of above qualification and ideally be qualified to Degree Level.

  • Hold maths and English grade 4/C or above.

  • A full, clean UK driving licence.

At Truro & Penwith College, we value our people and are committed to diversity, inclusion, and continuous professional development. This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and supportive team where you can make a real impact.

We offer a generous package with benefits including up to 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays and College closure days, LGPS pension scheme, relocation package, free on-site parking and a variety of on-site benefits and discounts.

 

Curriculum Vitae are not accepted, Application Forms only.  

 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if a suitable candidate is found. Interviews may be held on a rolling basis.

Closing date: 5pm, Monday 18 May 2026.

Truro and Penwith College is an Equal Opportunities Employer and is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants must be willing to undergo a Criminal Record (DBS) check and past employment checks.

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About Truro and Penwith College

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  • Truro and Penwith College
  • College Road, Truro
  • Cornwall
  • TR1 3XX
  • United Kingdom

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Truro and Penwith College is one of the best tertiary colleges in the country for education and training. This further education college offers a diverse range of opportunities in Cornwall and achieved Grade 1 in every key category in a January 2007 Ofsted inspection report. Outstanding learner achievement on work based learning and employer facing provision was recognised through the re-accreditation of the Training Quality Standard in 2011.

The College has two main sites one in Truro and one in Penzance. The facilities and resources are second to none. Building on the best individual traditions of both centres, the merged Truro & Penwith College has a local and national reputation as an institution which is lively, innovative, demands high standards of its learners, but is also caring and supportive of individuals.
 

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