Inclusion Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Stevenage; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational organization is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide exceptional support for students with special educational needs and disabilities. This role involves implementing effective strategies tailored to individual learning plans, assisting with personal care, and promoting independence among students. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, a commitment to improving opportunities for young people, and proficiency in using IT systems. Join a passionate team that values education and strives to empower every student to reach their full potential.

Benefits

Contributory pension scheme

Qualifications

• Experience working with vulnerable young people with SEND.
• Commitment to improving opportunities for young people with SEND.

Responsibilities

• Implement strategies to support diverse learning needs.
• Assist teaching staff in delivering outstanding teaching.

Skills

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Proactive Approach

IT Proficiency

Education

Level 2 qualification in English

Level 2 qualification in Maths

Level 2 qualification in learning support

Tools

Microsoft Office

Assistive Technology

Job description

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Who We Are

NHC is part of the Hart Learning Group, which also includes Hart L&D, a progressive learning and development business that helps business clients of all sizes to engage with emerging talent, and the Hart Schools Trust.

Our Values

We believe passionately in the power of education to enrich lives, raise aspirations, and create prosperity for individuals, businesses, and communities we work in.

Our Mission

Our strategic plan for 2019 - 2023 maps out the next phase of our journey as we seek to build our achievements and push Hart Learning Group towards excellence in all aspects of work.

Please complete your application below, and we will promptly begin the recruitment process.

SALARY: £10.42 per hour

JOB TYPE: Part-time, term-time only, casual work

STANDARD HOURS: Please be aware that due to multiple positions, hours may differ slightly. Please contact the college for more information.

LOCATION: Stevenage

Closing date: 3rd October 2023

JOB PURPOSE:

To provide outstanding in- and out-of-class support for students with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND), helping them to fulfill their potential and become independent, confident learners.

MORE THAN JUST A SALARY

• Contributory pension scheme
• For a full outline of benefits, click here

PERSON SPECIFICATION

The role of the Learning Support Assistant requires a dedicated professional with the necessary experience, skills, and personal qualities to establish immediate close working relationships with young people with SEND and the wider curriculum and support team.

Essential:

• Experience of working with vulnerable young people who have SEND, including Neurodiversity and Social Emotional and Mental Health (SEMH) challenges.
• Commitment to improving opportunities for young people with SEND, especially in independence, health and well-being, social inclusion, and work opportunities to prepare them for adulthood.
• Proven communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills with the capacity to motivate others to reach their potential.
• High levels of personal integrity and confidentiality.
• A strong track record demonstrating the ability to adapt and develop creative methods to engage young people, with a calm and positive approach.
• Self-motivation and a proactive approach to utilizing personal initiative within a structured framework.
• An understanding of health and safety, equality and diversity, safeguarding, and SEND legislation such as EHCPs.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and the ability to adopt and use IT systems effectively and promote the use of Assistive Technology.
• Level 2 or equivalent qualification in English and maths.

Desirable

• Level 2 qualification in learning support or a related discipline.
• Some travel across the college’s sites; therefore, it would be desirable for the post holder to have use of a car.

This job description is intended as a general guide to the duties attached to the post and is not an inflexible specification. It may, therefore, be altered from time to time to reflect the changing needs of the service, always in consultation with the post holder.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Implement a range of highly effective strategies to support the diverse additional learning needs within the student cohort, whilst promoting independence, and tailor these for each individual in line with their Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP), support plan, initial assessment, and individual targets.
• Assist teaching staff in delivering outstanding teaching and learning, including the use of specialist assistive technology, to ensure students achieve their planned outcomes and reach their potential.
• Interpret instructions effectively to support students in following these and assist with communication challenges, to ensure equal access for all.
• Maintain accurate, timely departmental records and contribute to the setting and monitoring of individual targets, including the review of EHCP outcomes as part of the annual review process.
• Provide support with study skills, pastoral needs, and community access 1:1 or in small groups to ensure students successfully navigate challenges and progress to their aspirational destinations.
• Assist with personal care, aid mobility, administer medication, and provide relevant support with individual arrangements for students with complex support needs.
• Support students in engaging with work experience opportunities, including liaising with students, employers, and the Work Experience coordinator to arrange placements, coaching students for interviews, on the job, and maintaining departmental work placement records.
• Adhere to confidentiality guidelines and college policies for SEND, health and safety, equality, diversity, inclusion (EDI), and safeguarding.
• Contribute to the work of the curriculum team; attend curriculum events and department meetings.
• Access training and professional development activities to ensure continuous up-to-date knowledge and skills, including SEND-specific options.