Academic Learning Support Assistant

Only FE; Blackburn; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Programme

Gym membership

Cycle to Work Scheme

Discounted Bus Travel

Family-friendly policies

Eye tests & glasses contribution

Food outlets

Hair & Beauty services

Bakery

Job summary

Blackburn College is seeking an Academic Learning Support Assistant to support learners with SEND across all sites, including dedicated spaces in Blackburn Town Mall. The role focuses on helping learners achieve their chosen programmes and long-term goals, developing positive behaviours and attendance, and promoting independent learning.

You will work with curriculum teams to ensure access to opportunities, progression, and inclusive education while supporting students to excel in their studies

Qualifications

• Experience in education or care with young people with SEND.
• Level 2 Maths and English or willingness to achieve within 1 year.
• Qualifications in learning support, care or education or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality learning support for students with SEND.
• Support learners toward their programme of study and employment aspirations.
• Collaborate with curriculum team to enable progress and equal opportunities.

Skills

Experience with SEN

Student support

Barrier awareness

Education

Level 2 Maths and English

Learning support qualification

Willingness to achieve within 1 year

Job description

Academic Learning Support Assistant

Salary £24,522 to £25,280 pro rata, per annum

14.8hrs

The Role

Working within Blackburn College on all sites, including Future Focus provision, delivered at the Launch Pad Centre, our new dedicated space in Blackburn Town Mall (formerly the Debenhams unit). Support will be provided for learners studying on courses from entry provision up to level 3 including A level and T levels.

As a key member of the Student Support and Engagement Team you will provide a high quality, proactive learning support service for students who have special educational needs and disabilities. You will support in working towards their chosen programme of study and long-term employment aspirations, prioritising developing positive behaviours, good attendance habits, and strong attitudes to learning essential foundations for success in education and beyond.

You will work with the curriculum team to ensure that all learners receiving support have the opportunities to achieve and exceed their potential, develop independence skills and have equal opportunities to progress into further study, employment and/or positive community engagement.

What are we looking for?

With experience of working in an education or care setting with young people with learning difficulties, disabilities and complex and physical needs, you will have Level 2 Maths and English or equivalent or willingness to achieve within 1 year. You should also have qualifications in learning support, care or education or a willingness to work towards.

You must have knowledge and understanding of barriers and issues faced by students with special educational needs and disabilities and strategies to overcome these.

What makes Blackburn College an Employer of choice?

You’ll have access to a wide range of benefits and support, including, but not limited to:

• Employee Assistance Programme with a 24/7/365 helpline for advice and support
• Regular Staff Physical Activity Sessions and reduced-price gym membership
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Discounted Bus Travel with the Transdev Commuter Club
• Family-friendly policies
• Free eye tests and contribution to VDU-use-only glasses
• Several food outlets with a variety of menu choices
• A full range of discounted professional Hair & Beauty services provided by the Academy Salon
• Professional bakery offering a variety of fresh breads, cakes, and ready meals

Blackburn College values diversity and is committed to create a diverse workforce. Blackburn College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Appointments are subject to a variety of pre-employment checks, including satisfactory references, medical clearance, and an enhanced DBS check.