Departmental Learning Support Assistant

Nescot College; Epsom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

Nescot College is seeking a Departmental Learning Support Assistant to provide support and stability for students with special educational needs. This role includes monitoring progress, conducting reviews, and advocating for students in both classroom and college settings. Join an inclusive team committed to helping students succeed.

Benefits

5 Minute walk from Ewell East

Free parking

Free online qualifications

Discounted on-site gym and fitness classes

Discounted catering facilities including Starbucks

Employee discounts at modern hair and beauty salon

Qualifications

• Experience as an LSA or TA considered essential.
• Enthusiasm and commitment to supporting students.

Responsibilities

• Provide stability and support for students.
• Monitor students' progress towards their EHCP outcomes.
• Assist students in the classroom and around the college.

Skills

Understanding of Special Educational Needs

Administrative skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Job description

Nescot is recognised as the Employer of the year' at the Surrey Business Awards 2024 and offers a wide range of benefits and wellbeing activities to staff.

At Nescot, we are recruiting for a Full-Time or Part time term time only (37 weeks) Departmental Learning Support Assistant.

What we are looking for:

• A clear understanding and empathy of Special Educational Needs
• Experience as an LSAs or TAs and looking for their next career move
• Enthusiasm and committed to helping students develop
• Great administrative skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Ability to work well in a team and independently

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide stability, support and encouragement for students
• Monitor student's progress towards their EHCP outcomes
• Conduct Educational Healthcare Plan (EHCP) annual reviews (full training will be provided)
• Provide assistance to students in the classroom and around the college
• Act as an advocate for students
• Participate in meetings

Benefits:

• 5 Minute walk from Ewell East
• Free parking
• Free online qualifications
• A discounted-on site gym, fitness classes, osteopathy and day nursery
• A choice of catering facilities including a discounted Starbucks
• Modern hair and beauty salon offering employee discounts

Nescot is graded Good' by Ofstedfollowing its latest inspection in January 2023. Inspectors rated the College as Good in all 8 aspects. The report recognises that students enjoy their courses and are motivated to succeed , and benefit from highly supportive relationships with staff. At Nescot, we're proud of our inclusive culture and we welcome all applications.

This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions.

Interviews will be held as and when candidates apply