Assistant Additional Learning Support Coordinator

DN Colleges Group; Scunthorpe; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking educational institution is seeking an Additional Learning Support Co-ordinator to play a crucial role in enhancing student success. This position involves coordinating in-class support for students facing various challenges, supervising a dedicated team, and ensuring compliance with safeguarding standards. The ideal candidate will possess a Level 3 qualification and have a strong background in supporting learners with disabilities. Join a passionate team committed to transforming lives through education, where your contributions will make a significant impact on the community and the students you support.

Qualifications

• Essential Level 3 qualification required.
• Experience in supporting learners with disabilities is crucial.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate in-class support services for students across various programmes.
• Supervise and support a team of learning support assistants.

Skills

Experience supporting learners with learning difficulties

Communication skills

Knowledge of support strategies

Understanding of Child/Adult Protection issues

Education

Relevant Level 3 qualification

Job description

We are recruiting an Additional Learning Support (ALS) Co-ordinator, responsible for the co-ordination of in-class support for students with a range of learning difficulties, disabilities, and other vulnerabilities. This role is pivotal in ensuring our students receive the support they need to succeed.

Essential Criteria

• Relevant Level 3 qualification.
• Experience supporting learners with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities.
• Thorough knowledge of learning difficulties/disabilities and support strategies.
• Understanding of Child/Adult Protection issues.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to manage a demanding workload.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating in-class support services for students across various programmes (Level E1 – Level 4).
• Supervise and support a team of learning support assistants.
• Act as a key contact for Looked After Children, ensuring their educational progress.
• Liaise with the ALS Coordinator and contribute to the PDPR process.
• Monitor and report on support activities, ensuring accurate records.
• Support curriculum areas with PEEPs and liaise with the Health and Safety team.
• Participate in staff meetings, student disciplinaries, and case conferences.

Professional Development

• Engage in regular CPD activities and performance reviews.
• Commit to the College's values of equality, diversity, and safeguarding.

If you are passionate about making a difference in students' lives and meet the criteria above, we would love to hear from you!

Closing date: 31st March

As part of the recruitment process and in line with keeping children safe in education, we will conduct social media checks on shortlisted candidates. Additionally, before commencing employment, all employees undergo safer recruitment checks, including an enhanced DBS.

Applicants must be authorised to work in the UK. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

At DN Colleges Group, we are working towards a common goal: to transform our communities through learning. This vision reflects our belief in our students and in our ability to transform their lives so positively. Our students are at the heart of everything we do.

Our educational hub spans Scunthorpe to Doncaster and beyond. We combine distinct, high quality teaching and learning with local, regional and global reach. We connect our students and staff with partners and employers across the east/west corridor from Sheffield City Region to the Humber and Lincolnshire, across the UK and internationally.