Learning Support Assistant

North East Surrey College of Technology; Epsom; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Nescot, a prominent educational institution, is looking for Learning Support Assistants in Epsom. The role involves empowering students with learning difficulties and providing essential support, fostering independence. Candidates should possess relevant qualifications and a strong commitment to nurturing and inclusivity.

Benefits

Discounted on-site gym

Discounted Starbucks

Free online qualifications

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English at grade C or above.
• Experience or understanding of students with learning difficulties or behavioural problems.

Responsibilities

• Help students develop skills and grow into their independence.
• Support students with disabilities, including personal care if required.
• Provide in-class support and advocate for students.

Skills

Good organisational skills

Team working skills

Confidence using IT

Understanding of learning difficulties

Education

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

Job description

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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 our team 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
• Ability to work in a variety of vocational contexts

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Help students develop skills and grow into their independence
• Support students with physical or medical disabilities, including personal care if required
• Provide in-class support and act as an advocate for students

Benefits:

• Discounted on-site gym, sports hall, fitness classes, osteopathy, and day nursery
• 5-minute walk from Ewell East Station
• Discounted Starbucks and modern hair and beauty salons offering employee discounts
• Free online qualifications
• Free on-site parking

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 under 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.

Safeguarding Statement

Nescot is an equal opportunities employer committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. All staff are expected to share this commitment. Applicants must be willing to undergo child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced DBS clearance.