Community Learning Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Mountsorrel; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health support

Cycle to Work scheme

Pension plan

Paid holidays

Job summary

Homefield is seeking a Community Learning Assistant to support learning and activities across community settings. The role focuses on helping individuals develop life skills, confidence and social connections in a safe, inclusive environment.

You will contribute to holiday provision, social activities and volunteering opportunities, with emphasis on person-centred support and promoting independence and wellbeing.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism.
• Excellent communication skills and a positive, encouraging approach.
• Commitment to promoting equality, empowerment, respect and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of community-based learning, holiday provision, social activities and volunteering opportunities.
• Assist individuals to develop life skills, confidence, wellbeing and social connections.
• Provide person-centred support and promote participation in a range of settings and activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

LD/Autism support

Job description

Job Title: Community Learning AssistantReports to: Community Learning ManagerDepartment: Community Services Contract: Part-time, 2 roles (18 hours per week) , 52 weeks a yearSalary: £12.85 per hourAre you passionate about supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism to achieve their goals, build independence, and become active members of their local communities?At Homefield, we're looking for a caring, enthusiastic, and proactive Community Learning Assistant to join our Community Learning team. You'll support the delivery of engaging community-based learning, holiday provision, social activities, and volunteering opportunities that help individuals develop life skills, confidence, wellbeing, and meaningful social connections.Working alongside experienced colleagues, you'll provide person-centred support, encourage participation, promote independence, and help individuals achieve their personal goals in a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment. The role is varied and rewarding, taking place across a range of community settings and activities.We're looking for someone with experience supporting people with learning disabilities and/or autism, excellent communication skills, a positive and encouraging approach, and a commitment to promoting equality, empowerment, respect, and sustainability. A full UK driving licence is essential.In return, you'll be part of a friendly and values-driven organisation, with opportunities for ongoing training and professional development while making a genuine difference to people's lives every day.

Why Join Us?

• Make a real difference in people’s lives every day
• Be part of a supportive and forward-thinking team
• Opportunities for CPD and professional growth
• Contribute to innovative community programmes
• A friendly and supportive working environment with enthusiastic and dedicated leaders.

Focused support on your wellbeing - we have partnered with Health Assured to offer free counselling and support to our staff.

Access to continual professional development to help you grow and develop in your role.

Cycle 2 Work scheme and eligibility for discount cards.

• Contributory pension & generous paid holiday allowance
• Informal dress code in a supportive, values-led culture.
• Medical cashback plan.

This position is subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced Disclosure and Barring check. We will also complete an online search on all shortlisted candidates.Homefield is an Equal Opportunities EmployerAll appointments will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check