Learning Support Assistant

Nescot; England; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

A reputable educational institution is seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants in Epsom, Surrey. The roles (both part-time and full-time) involve helping students develop independence and providing in-class support. Applicants must have good organizational skills, confidence in IT, and empathy towards students with learning difficulties. Benefits include discounted gym access, free qualifications, and on-site parking, among others. This position is subject to child protection screening.

Benefits

Discounted on-site gym

Discounted Starbucks

Free parking on-site

Free online qualifications

Qualifications

• Must have good organisational and teamwork skills.
• Confidence using IT for administrative tasks is required.
• Need to understand and empathize with students' challenges.

Responsibilities

• Help students develop skills and grow into independence.
• Provide in-class support and advocate for students.
• May require undertaking personal care for students with disabilities.

Skills

Good organisational and team working skills

Confidence using IT for administrative tasks

Empathy with students who have learning difficulties

Education

GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English at grade C or above

Job description

Learning Support Assistant

Nescot is recognised as the ‘Employer of the year’ at the Surrey Business Awards 2024 and offers a wide range of benefits and wellbeing activities to staff.

Term time only- 36 weeks

At Nescot, we are seeking enthusiastic and committed part time and Full time Learning Support Assistants to join Nescot based in Epsom, Surrey.

What we are looking for

• Good organisational and team working skills
• Confidence using IT for administrative tasks
• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English at grade C or above
• Understanding of and empathy with students who have learning difficulties, are disaffected or have behavioural problems is a must
• You could be working in variety of different vocational contexts

Duties and Responsibilities

• Help students develop student skills and grow into their independence
• Some students may have physical or medical disabilities and you may be required to undertake some personal care.
• In class support to students and act as an advocate for students

Benefits

• A discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness class, osteopathy and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Discounted Starbucks, Modern hair and beauty salon offering employee discounts
• Free online qualifications
• Free parking on-site

At Nescot, we’re proud of our inclusive culture and welcome all applicants.

This role is employed through Nescot Enterprises Ltd, a wholly owned subsidiary of Nescot which operates different terms and conditions. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening including checks with past employers and criminal record checks (enhanced DBS clearance).

Interviews will be held as and when candidates apply