ASC Learning Support Assistant

Activate Learning; Banbury; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a pioneering education group as a Learning Support Assistant, dedicated to transforming lives through inclusive education. In this part-time role, you'll support students with Autism and associated difficulties, facilitating individual learning programs and collaborating with tutors to create engaging lesson plans. With a focus on personal care and resilience, you'll play a vital role in helping learners access their courses and thrive in a supportive environment. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact while working in a dynamic and diverse team committed to professional growth and wellbeing.

Benefits

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Free eye tests

Health Cash Plan

Continuous opportunities for professional growth

Pension Schemes

Generous Annual Leave

Flexible Working

Competitive Salaries

On-Site Facilities

Qualifications

• Ability to support students with Autism and associated difficulties.
• Good communication skills for effective collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate individual learning programmes for students.
• Provide support in small groups and 1-1 activities.
• Collaborate with ASC Coordinators for lesson planning.

Skills

Resilience

Motivation

Initiative

Patience

Good communication skills

Education

Qualification in Autism or related difficulties

Job description

Location: Banbury

Benefits: generous annual leave allowance, excellent career pathways and fantastic onsite facilities

Position Overview

We are looking for a dedicated and hard-working Learning Support Assistant to join our ASC Centre team at Banbury college. The successful applicants will be supporting students with Autism and other associated difficulties on courses designed for those with Autism and associated difficulties or supporting students to access their course. These courses range from Foundation Level 1 to Level 3. There will be an expectation to support in all areas.

Key Responsibilities

1. Facilitate individual learning programmes.
2. Provide support to learners in small groups and 1-1 activities within the ASC Centres.
3. Collaborate with ASC Coordinators to meet the needs of learners through creative and purposeful lesson planning.
4. Support learners to access learning within the mainstream environment and off-site activities.
5. Personal care may be required, with training provided.

Working Hours

This role is part time (21 hours per week working Monday, Thursday, and Fridays), permanent, term time only. Our centre opening hours are between 9am - 4.30pm.

Qualifications and Skills

This is a challenging role that requires resilience, motivation, initiative, and patience. You will be able to provide support to students with Autism and associated difficulties. Good communication skills are essential for effective collaboration with tutors and the coordination team. A qualification in Autism or related difficulties is not essential, but a willingness to learn is crucial.

About Activate Learning

Activate Learning is a pioneering education group with a global reach, committed to transforming lives through our approach to learning. We value our employees and aspire to a diverse, open, and inclusive environment.

Employee Benefits

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive resources to support staff wellbeing.
• Company Benefits: Including free eye tests and access to a Health Cash Plan.
• Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote working.
• Competitive Salaries: Annual incremental progression.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking, refectories, and gym access.

For a comprehensive list of all benefits, please visit our wellbeing and benefits page.

Application Process

Applicants should apply at the earliest opportunity; closed vacancies will prevent application submission. Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to interview and appoint at any time.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will undergo a DBS check. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; we do not sponsor work permits.

We encourage applications from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.