Foundation Learning Assistant: Support SEN Students (PT)

Carmel College; St Helens; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 27,000; Part time

Job summary

Carmel College in St Helens is seeking a Temporary Learning Assistant (Foundation Learning) to support teaching staff and help students with special educational needs. This part-time fixed-term role runs 27 hours per week during term time, 8.45am to 4.00pm, with salary points 6 to 8.

The successful applicant will participate in curriculum development, supervise groups on visits, and attend mandatory training and open evenings.

Qualifications

• Assist and support teaching staff in a range of educational activities, both on and off the College premises.
• Support teaching staff to develop the curriculum for students with special educational needs.
• Take responsibility for the supervision of groups of students to aid cognitive development.
• Assist in the teaching of Foundation Learning skills.
• Share responsibility with teaching staff in supervising groups of students on visits.
• Be responsible for small groups of students in learning situations outside the College environment.
• Supervise students in practical areas including recreation areas and outdoor facilities.
• To attend meetings and complete mandatory training in accordance with the colleges meeting/training schedule
• To assist at the colleges Open Evenings / Consultation Evenings
• Each member of the College will take reasonable care for the health and safety of himself/herself and persons who may be affected by his/her omissions at work.
• To undertake any other duties as may be assigned commensurate with the grade and overall responsibility level of the post and as changing circumstances may require.

Job description

Carmel College in St Helens is seeking a Temporary Learning Assistant (Foundation Learning) to support teaching staff and help students with special educational needs. This part-time fixed-term role runs 27 hours per week during term time, 8.45am to 4.00pm, with salary points 6 to 8.

The successful applicant will participate in curriculum development, supervise groups on visits, and attend mandatory training and open evenings.