Salary: £34,434 to £38,220 per annum
Grade: I
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37 per week
Location: Harrogate, North Yorkshire
Are you passionate about making a difference in the lives of young people with additional needs? We have an exciting opportunity for a dedicated professional to join the Personalised Learning College (PLC) and play a key role in shaping the future of post-16 learners with High Needs.
About Personalised Learning College
PLC is a county-wide, person-centred programme supporting young people aged 16+ with Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs). We offer a vibrant and inclusive learning environment that empowers learners to follow personalised pathways toward independence, employment, and community participation.
Our learners engage in meaningful activities within their local communities, develop essential life skills, and build confidence through tailored support and opportunities.
Our Three Core Pathways:
- Personal Progress – Focuses on independence, communication, and self-confidence.
- Towards Independence – Builds functional skills, personal safety awareness, and community engagement.
- Towards Employment – Prepares learners for the workplace through accredited qualifications and work experience, often leading to Supported Internships.
The Role
You will:
- Provide excellent teaching, learning and assessment strategies.
- Provide reports to evidence learning for EHCP reviews, ensuring the learner’s voice is central.
- Supervise and coordinate the ATA and GTA support team within your sessions.
- Champion person-centred planning and ensure learners are supported to achieve their goals.
- Safeguard our vulnerable young people.
What We’re Looking For
Are you:
- Committed to inclusive education and learner empowerment.
- Skilled and experienced in teaching young people with SEND.
- Experienced in the challenges that young people with Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) difficulties face.
- Experienced in working with young people with EHCPs.
- Organised, proactive, and passionate about personalised learning.
- Resilient and can work in a high pressured and sometimes challenging environment
Then we’d like to hear from you.
At PLC, you will be part of a vibrant, supportive team making a real impact. You will help young people access local learning opportunities that lead to community participation, independent living, and employment.
The most recent inspection report can be found by following this link North Yorkshire Council - Open - Find an Inspection Report - Ofsted
For further information about the role please contact Laken Robson at laken.robson@northyorks.gov.uk
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Key dates
Closing Date: 30th August 2026
Interview date: 10th September 2026
Key documents
Enhanced Level DBS Disclosure is required for appointment to this post.
NYC are committed to directly recruiting staff and will not accept applications nor services from agency suppliers in respect of our vacancies.
We are committed to meeting the needs of our diverse community and aim to have a workforce reflecting this diversity. We are also committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.