ALS Support Worker

The Methodist Church in Britain; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive leave entitlement

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Free college courses for staff

Job summary

Barnsley College is seeking a dedicated support worker to assist learners with additional needs across the curriculum. You will provide personalised support, help learners engage with their programmes, and develop strategies to build independence and resilience. DBS checks are required and eligibility checks apply.

The role involves working with learners on programmes from entry level to Level 3, in a flexible hours pattern within the college setting.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to communicate clearly with learners and colleagues.
• Capable of supporting literacy, numeracy, and language skills.
• Demonstrates attention to detail and ability to meet audit deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Provide individual and small group support to learners with additional needs.
• Adapt methods so learners can engage with their study programme.
• Support literacy, numeracy, language, cognition and problem-solving skills.

Skills

Excellent communication

Excellent literacy

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Compassionate

Education

NVQ Level 2 or equivalent

GCSE Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent

Job description

This is a support worker post in the Additional Learning Support team at Barnsley College, working with learners who have additional needs. Support is given one to one and in small groups, helping learners with literacy, numeracy, cognition and problem-solving, and putting in place behavioural and learning strategies that build independence. The role spans every curriculum area and covers learners with an EHCP on programmes from entry level to Level 3, on variable hours. Applicants need the right to work in the UK, as no Skilled Worker sponsorship is offered, and an enhanced DBS check is required.

What the job involves

• Provide individual and small group support to learners with a range of additional needs
• Adapt your approach so each learner can fully engage with their study programme
• Support learners' literacy, numeracy, language, cognition and problem-solving skills
• Implement behavioural and learning strategies that build independence, resilience and achievement
• Work across all curriculum areas with learners who have an EHCP
• Support learners on study programmes from entry level up to Level 3
• Develop strategies that help learners overcome barriers to their aspirations
• Keep clear, accurate records and documentation within required timescales, subject to audit

What’s required

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or equivalent
• GCSE Maths and English Level 2 or equivalent, or willingness to work towards

Experience

• Over 3 months' work experience with vulnerable children or adults, people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities, specific learning difficulties, or in a care setting

Skills & knowledge

• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent literacy skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Working to deadlines on paperwork that is subject to audit
• Working independently and as part of a team
• Compassionate, patient and highly organised approach

Checks & eligibility

• Right to work in the UK, demonstrated at the point of appointment
• Enhanced DBS check

Other

• Building positive, professional relationships with learners, colleagues and support services
• Commitment to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults

What’s offered

• Up to 47 days' annual leave including bank and public holidays
• Holiday purchase scheme to buy additional annual leave
• Local Government Pension Scheme with a 15.7% employer contribution
• Funded CPD, staff development training and paid volunteering days
• Career advancement with tailored support to progress
• Free Barnsley College courses, subject to approval
• Access to health cash plans through Westfield Health or Health Shield
• Free breakfast provided daily for all staff