Learning Support Assistant

Solihull College & University Centre; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 30,250 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Solihull College & University Centre is seeking Learning Support Assistants to join the Additional Needs Team at Woodlands campus. These roles are hourly paid positions. The hours are flexible and variable, up to a maximum of 37 per week, and will be offered on a guaranteed annual hours basis.

Hourly rate £15.74 per hour (including holiday pay). Successful candidates will support learners with additional needs, promote inclusive learning and work closely with teaching staff to enable

Qualifications

• Experience working in supportive or caring roles with young people or adults.
• Understanding of how to assist individuals with additional needs.
• Knowledge of inclusive learning and equal opportunities.
• Good general education up to GCSE level, including Maths and English at Grade C / Grade 4 or above (or equivalent).
• Willingness to develop specialist skills related to disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support learners with additional needs to access learning activities.
• Assist teaching staff to promote inclusive participation.
• Provide one-to-one or small group support as required.

Skills

Supportive roles

Caring roles

Inclusive learning

GCSE Maths English

Disabilities awareness

Education

GCSE Maths and English (C/4+)

Job description

Woodlands Campus

Hourly rate: £15.74 per hour (including holiday pay)

We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to join the Additional Needs Team at our Woodlands campus. These roles are hourly paid positions. The hours are flexible and variable, up to a maximum of 37 per week, and will be offered on a guaranteed annual hours basis.

Qualifications

• Experience working in supportive or caring roles with young people or adults
• Understanding of how to assist individuals with additional needs
• Knowledge of inclusive learning and equal opportunities
• Good general education up to GCSE level, including Maths and English at Grade C / Grade 4 or above (or equivalent)
• Willingness to develop specialist skills related to disabilities

The College is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse community and welcomes applications from individuals across all sectors. We aim to reflect the diversity of our student population in our staff profile, ensuring that we provide the best possible experience and environment for our learners. Our goal is to continue to develop a vibrant, supportive, and inclusive workplace where all staff can thrive.

Please note if you are selected for the next stage in the process, you will be required to attend the College’s premises, unless exceptional circumstances apply.

Solihull College & University Centre is committed to ensuring a safe environment for all students and expects all staff to engage fully with this commitment.