Learner Support Assistant

TN United Kingdom; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a compassionate Learner Support Assistant to provide essential support to clients with disabilities. In this role, you will help promote the development of vulnerable adults, ensuring they benefit fully from engaging activities. Your responsibilities will include monitoring individual progress, assisting with educational methods, and maintaining high standards of care and safety. This rewarding position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those with diverse needs while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering a supportive environment for all learners.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme

Mental health support services

Physical health checks

Cycle to Work Schemes

Electric Car Purchase Scheme

Critical illness cover

Qualifications

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Experience working with adults with learning difficulties/disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide person-centred support to clients during activities.
• Assist in delivering educational activities and maintaining professionalism.
• Monitor learners' progress and ensure safety regulations are followed.

Skills

Support for clients with disabilities

Monitoring individual behaviour

Fire safety knowledge

Communication skills

Education

NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care

Teaching Assistant Level 2 or 3

Job description

As a Learner Support Assistant, you will provide person-centred support and care to clients with disabilities, both during activities and in between, to enable them to benefit fully from the provision.

Job purpose

To support and promote the development of clients attending the ‘Skills Tank’ Provision and to meet the social care and support needs of vulnerable adults with diverse needs and conditions.

To assist the Hub Manager in delivering educational and learning activities through engaging and enjoyable methods, maintaining a high standard of professionalism and quality service at all times.

1. Provide concise and accurate feedback to the Hub Manager on each learner’s progress to ensure assessments are targeted and learning objectives are clear.
2. Monitor and respond to changes in individual behaviour, especially when activities are altered, e.g., rescheduling swimming due to minibus issues.
3. Be familiar with fire safety regulations and policies, ensuring the safety of students and colleagues, and promote health and safety practices throughout the Skills Tank.
4. Participate in all relevant training sessions to enhance your skills and knowledge.

Qualifications

• NVQ Level 2 or 3 in Health and Social Care, or Teaching Assistant Level 2 or 3.

Knowledge & Experience

• Experience as a Teaching Assistant or in a similar role.
• Experience working with adults with learning difficulties/disabilities, autism, and mental health challenges.
• Experience managing challenging behaviour.
• Desirable: Knowledge and experience of autism and mental health.
• Desirable: NVQ Level 2 in Health and Social Care - Adults.
• Willingness to undertake ongoing training and professional development.

Benefits

Your health and wellbeing are important to us. You will receive an exceptional rewards package, including:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
• Access to mental health support services and physical health checks through “Your Wellbeing Matters”

Additionally, our Flexible Benefits Platform, Vista, allows you to customize your benefits package, including:

• A wide range of health, wellbeing, and insurance benefits
• Discount options in the UK and abroad
• Cycle to Work Schemes
• Electric Car Purchase Scheme
• Critical illness cover

We are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of pupils and young adults. All applicants will undergo social media checks and a fully enhanced DBS check.

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