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SKILLS BOOTCAMP: Special Educational Needs Learning Support

Level 3
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Available at the following campuses:

Deacon House Building

Deacon House

What Our Students Say

I love how open and honest and supportive everyone is. I appreciate the tutor giving strong and clear instruction for the written work and the skills practice. Also that the work set is marked quickly, so I know where I stand.

Georgina

I found a safe space to be myself, I feel comfortable with my classmates and tutor, this is my third year and I don’t remember one day that I wouldn’t have wanted to come to the class. The environment, classmates, tutor, study and exercises (all together) facilitated (and still are facilitating) my personal growth, a better understanding of myself and acceptance. This journey made me flourish. It is helping me to fulfill my purpose, keeping my life balanced, connected with reality and people.

Maria

“The benefit of the creative stuff is just learning different activities that you could do with the children when you’re in the setting or learning what activities they actually like to do, or they prefer to do, that’ll actually help them with their development. You can even use [the kitchen] as different activities to do with the children, so, like making buns with them.”

Katie

“The facilities like the kitchen are so great because you get to learn about what nutrition children need, and you can make at home yourselves to look after the children or even in the nursery making different things for lunch and snack time”

Niamh

Really like my tutor, I find them to be direct, warm, professional and knowledgeable. They are helpful in asking me if I need any additional support. I find their turnaround with homework very efficient and their feedback is clear and helpful.

Simon

Course Information

Introduction

The course is designed in partnership with Luminate Foundation Learning to provide the knowledge and skills required to apply for a position as a learning support assistant in Foundation Learning.

Overview

The employer has contributed to the curriculum development process to ensure that the course content remains relevant and up-to-date with industry standards and expectations. Employers have suggested specific content required for the job role that they will be applying for.

Who is this course for?

Adults who are interested in working with students who have disabilities or special educational needs (16+).

Course units/modules

  • Introduction to Disability and Special Educational Needs
  • The role of the Learning Support Practitioner in SEND
  • Principles of Inclusive Practice and the Rights of Disabled Children and Young People and those with Special Educational Needs
  • Areas of Special Educational Need
  • Strategies for Supporting Individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities

Entry requirements

  • Level 2 English qualification (GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent).
  • Level 2 Maths qualification (GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent).
  • Strong written and oral communication skills in English.

Available apprenticeships and progression options

  • Real Job Opportunities: Working as a Learning Support Assistant in a college.
  • Gain the skills and confidence to apply for a job as a learning support assistant in SEND.
  • This course will enable you to apply for learning support assistant roles within local education providers, helping you to take steps towards a rewarding career in SEND.

Course details

Duration: 12 weeks
Start Date: 15/09/2025
Study Type: Part time
Course Code: 89905-34

Employment Statistics

  • Educational support assistants

    Average Salary
    £20,800

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