Apprentice and Adult Learning Support Officer

South Hampshire College Group (SHCG); Fareham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A Further Education organisation in Fareham is seeking an Apprentice and Adult Learning Support Officer to support learners with additional needs. You will conduct assessments, develop support plans, and lead training for staff on software use. The ideal candidate will have experience in the FE sector and a commitment to inclusion. This role offers a monthly salary of up to £2,145 and generous benefits including 38 days annual leave.

Benefits

38 days annual leave

Generous employer pension contribution

Regular training and development

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people and adults with additional learning needs.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students requiring support.
• Familiarity with education and training support requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the ALS provision for Apprentices at Fareham College.
• Conduct initial assessments and create individual support plans.
• Lead student assessments using Cognassist software.
• Train teachers and coaches on software use when necessary.

Skills

Commitment to working with young people and adults with learning needs

Sensitivity to learners' needs

Experience in the FE sector

Ability to work independently

Education

English and Maths to level 2

Professional qualifications in Additional Learning Support

Job description

Apprentice and Adult Learning Support Officer

Salary: Up to £25,037 - £25,756 per annum

Location: Fareham

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours: 30 hours per week

Care to Join Us?

We currently have an exciting opportunity for a passionate, dedicated Apprentice and Adult Learning Support Officer. The information below provides more detail about the role and you may also wish to learn more about working for South Hampshire College Group by viewing the video.

About us

The South Hampshire College Group (SHCG) is a dynamic, purpose driven Further Education organisation with a commitment to Creating Better Futures for learners, employers and communities within South Hampshire and beyond. We pride ourselves on living our values - Collaborative, Inclusive and Aspirational. We also understand the difference exceptional employees can make to us delivering outstanding results and we are always seeking to attract talent who can add value and who will be proud to be part of our growing organisation.

Benefits

• 38 days annual leave (including Bank Holidays)
• Generous employer pension contribution
• Regular training and development

Duties

• Work with the ALS Campus Lead and Learning Support Coordinator to operationally support the ALS provision for Apprentices at the Fareham College Campus.
• Carry out an initial assessment where required and produce an individual support plan for Apprentices and Adult Education Students with ALS.
• Lead on the assessment of identified students using Cognassist software package.
• Lead on the basic training of software use for teachers and coaches where required.

Skills / Experience

• Demonstrable commitment and experience of working with young people and adults with additional learning needs and an understanding of support requirements in accessing education and training.
• Sensitive to the learning needs of apprentices/students with additional learning support requirements and able to communicate with them effectively.
• Experience of working within the FE sector.
• Ability to work on own initiative, and identify tasks to be undertaken within the remit of the post.

Qualifications

• English and Maths to level 2.
• Professional qualifications or demonstrated experience of working within the area of Additional Learning Support within a FE environment.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.