Learning Support Assistant

Parents Press; Dolgellau; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to join their Additional Learning Needs department. This role is pivotal in supporting learners at the Dolgellau campus, ensuring they can take full advantage of the educational opportunities available to them. You will collaborate with tutors and other support staff, fostering an inclusive environment where students can thrive. The position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact on students' lives while developing your skills through training and teamwork. If you are passionate about education and helping others reach their potential, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Professional Development Opportunities

Qualifications

• Support learners in achieving their academic and personal potential.
• Assist teaching staff in providing effective support to learners.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with college tutors and learners to provide support.
• Participate in staff training to enhance effectiveness in the role.

Skills

Learning Support

Team Collaboration

Initiative

Education

Relevant Educational Qualification

Job description

Grwp Llandrillo Menai is one of the largest colleges in the UK, dedicated to improving people’s futures across the breadth of some of the most amazing places in North Wales. As one of the largest employers in the area, the Grwp offers opportunities to develop your career across a variety of professions, whether that be as part of the front line lecturing team or in business support and management. Whatever your skills and aspirations, if you have a dedication to education and public services, we will be there to encourage and support you to reach your potential.

Job Purpose

The Grwp are seeking to appoint a Learning Support Assistant with our Additional Learning Needs department on the Dolgellau site. The purpose of the role is to support learners to enable them to make the most of their potential and any learning opportunities offered to them. To support and assist teaching staff in the academic, social and pastoral care of learners.

You will work closely with a range of college tutors, both subject specialists and learning support specialists, and learners. Every encouragement will be given to demonstrate initiative and to work as part of a team. There will be an expectation to participate in relevant staff training activities and to develop the skills necessary to be as effective as possible in this role.

Location: Dolgellau campus

Hours: 26 hours per week

Term time weeks: 34 weeks per year

Pension Provider: Local Government Pension Scheme