Learning Support Specialist-Literacy & Numeracy

Job Title: Learning Support Specialist - Literacy & Numeracy

Location: South West London

Salary: 18-23/hr (depending on role & experience)

Hours: Full-Time / Part-Time

Contract Type: Temporary / Term-Time Only


About the Role

We are seeking an enthusiastic and experienced Learning Support Specialist - Literacy & Numeracy to support learners with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in developing their English, mathematics, literacy, and numeracy skills.

The successful candidate will work closely with teaching staff to deliver targeted interventions, provide individualised support, and help learners overcome barriers to learning. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about improving learner outcomes and enabling students to gain the confidence and skills needed for further education, employment, and independent living.


Key Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support in English, maths, literacy, and numeracy.
• Deliver targeted interventions to improve reading, writing, spelling, communication, and mathematical understanding.
• Support learners to develop functional skills and everyday numeracy.
• Adapt learning materials and teaching approaches to meet individual learner needs.
• Support learners with a range of SEND needs, including learning difficulties, autism, ADHD, and communication difficulties.
• Monitor learner progress and provide feedback to teaching staff.
• Assist learners in developing confidence, independence, and study skills.
• Contribute to Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) outcomes where appropriate.
• Promote inclusive learning practices and positive learner engagement.
  
  

Essential Requirements

• Experience supporting learners with SEND in an educational setting.
• Strong literacy and numeracy skills.
• Good understanding of English and mathematics curriculum delivery.
• Ability to explain concepts clearly and adapt learning strategies to meet individual needs.
• Excellent communication, organisation, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to promoting learner achievement and inclusion.
  
  

Desirable Qualifications & Experience

• GCSE Grade C/4 or above (or equivalent) in English and Mathematics.
• Level 3 qualification in Education, Supporting Teaching and Learning, SEND, or a related field.
• Experience delivering literacy and numeracy interventions.
• Knowledge of dyslexia, autism, ADHD, and other learning differences.
• Experience supporting Functional Skills or GCSE English and Maths.

What We Offer

• A rewarding opportunity to support learners in achieving meaningful educational outcomes.
• A supportive and collaborative working environment.
• Ongoing training and professional development.
• Opportunities to contribute to innovative SEND practice.
• Career development opportunities within education and learner support.
  
  

This post is subject to an Enhanced DBS check and satisfactory references. We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expect all staff to share this commitment.


If you are passionate about helping learners develop essential literacy and numeracy skills, we would love to hear from you.

Morgan Hunt is a multi-award-winning recruitment Business for interim, contract and temporary recruitment and acts as an Employment Agency in relation to temporary vacancies. Morgan Hunt is an equal opportunities employer, job suitability are assessed on merit in accordance with their skills, qualifications and abilities to perform the relevant duties required in a particular role.