Inclusion Support Assistant — Empower Student Success

New College Swindon; Swindon; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

New College Swindon is seeking Inclusion Support Assistants to join the Inclusive Learning team in Swindon. You will provide personalised support for students with SEND, personal care needs and learning differences to help them succeed and participate in college life.

Working with lecturers and SEND Practitioners, you will adapt activities, monitor progress and support learners through transitions while building confidence and independence.

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths to be achieved or held.
• Good IT skills (Microsoft Office and Outlook).
• Experience supporting young people, especially with SEND.
• Excellent communication, organisation and time management.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with SEND and additional learning needs.
• Assist with personal care, mobility, eating, and use of equipment where required.
• Adapt learning activities to meet learner needs and promote independence.
• Support literacy, numeracy and communication skills development.
• Encourage attendance, behaviour and participation in learning.
• Support learners through transitions during their time at college.
• Collaborate with lecturers and staff to deliver personalised support.
• Contribute to student reviews and maintain learner records.
• Assist learners requiring Access Arrangements during examinations.
• Build positive relationships to promote confidence, wellbeing and independence.

Skills

Level 2 English & Maths

IT Skills

SEND Experience

Communication skills

Teamwork

Calm & empathetic

Personal care exposure

Education

Level 2 English & Maths

Job description

New College Swindon is seeking Inclusion Support Assistants to join the Inclusive Learning team in Swindon. You will provide personalised support for students with SEND, personal care needs and learning differences to help them succeed and participate in college life.

Working with lecturers and SEND Practitioners, you will adapt activities, monitor progress and support learners through transitions while building confidence and independence.