Education Support Specialist

Barnet And Southgate College; Chipping Barnet; Hybrid; GBP 20,000 - 27,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Chipping Barnet is seeking an Education Support Specialist to empower students and foster inclusive learning environments. The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a passion for education, and experience with young people. This role offers 36 hours per week across multiple campuses, providing a dynamic and supportive educational environment.

Benefits

Access to professional development opportunities

Supportive educational environment

Benefits package including dedicated development days

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people is a plus.
• Willingness to undergo first aid training.

Responsibilities

• Deliver planned learning activities and provide in-class cover.
• Promote positive attitudes to learning and support student welfare.
• Collaborate with curriculum staff to maintain a productive classroom.
• Inspire students by demonstrating professionalism.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Ability to manage classroom dynamics

Passion for education

Job description

Overview

Hours: 36 hours per week, 40 weeks per year (Term-Time Only)

Multiple posts available. Primary Location: Staff may be required to work across any of our college sites, with a usual base at one of the campuses (Barnet, Colindale, or Southgate)

Join Our Team as an Education Support Specialist!

Empowering Students and Creating Inclusive Learning Environments

Are you passionate about education and committed to supporting students in their journey toward independence and success? Barnet and Southgate College is seeking a dynamic, resourceful, and empathetic individual to join us as an Education Support Specialist. This role is vital to ensuring students thrive in their learning experience, achieve their ambitions, and feel included within the college community.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate Learning: Deliver planned learning activities and provide in-class cover using pre-set tutorials and independent resources while encouraging students to be independent learners.
• Support Students: Promote positive attitudes to learning and support student welfare, inclusion, and personal growth in preparation for adulthood and progression.
• Collaborate: Work closely with curriculum staff to deliver initiatives and maintain a productive classroom environment.
• Act as a Role Model: Inspire students by demonstrating professionalism, resilience, and dedication to their success.

Qualifications and What We're Looking For

• An individual passionate about education and fostering an inclusive learning environment.
• Someone with excellent communication and organisational skills, capable of managing classroom dynamics effectively.
• Experience working with young people and supporting their personal development is a plus.
• A registered first aider or willingness to undergo training for this role.

Why Join Us?

• Contribute to a positive impact on students' lives and futures.
• Be a part of a supportive and forward-thinking educational environment.
• Access to internal and external professional development opportunities to grow your skills.
• An attractive benefits package, including dedicated staff development days throughout the academic year.

This role is based across our campuses in Barnet, Colindale, and Southgate, offering a flexible and dynamic work environment. This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure application to the Disclosure and Barring Service.

If you are ready to inspire hope, ignite imagination, and instill a love of learning in our students, apply today! Visit https://www.barnetsouthgate.ac.uk/the-college-and-campuses/job-vacancies for further information and application details. For any queries, contact [e-mail] quoting the relevant post/reference number.

Join Barnet and Southgate College and make a meaningful impact in education!

Please note, CV's are not accepted.