Learning Support Assistant

Lincoln; Lincoln, Boston, Louth, Grantham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

InspireU is seeking Learning Support Assistants to support local young learners facing academic challenges. LSAs will work in small groups and assist with various subjects while fostering a positive learning environment. The position offers career progression and training, making it a rewarding opportunity for those looking to contribute significantly to the education sector.

Benefits

Contributory pension

Comprehensive benefits package

Flexible working policies

Career progression opportunities

Generous annual leave entitlement

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individuals who can engage young learners.
• Highly organized and able to maintain accurate records.
• Ability to relate well with both young people and adults.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in managing their behavior and engagement.
• Assist with lessons in Maths, English, and preparing for adulthood.
• Coordinate themed projects with learners and manage small groups.

Skills

Creativity

Organizational skills

Communication

Job description

We have a number of new and exciting opportunities to join the team at InspireU as Learning Support Assistants working at a variety of our sites across Lincolnshire.

About the Role

Here at InspireU we deliver study programmes to local people aged between 16 - 24 years old, who may have behavioural issues or need support academically.Our learners are with us to complete lessons inMaths, English and Preparing for Adulthood and as a LearningSupport Assistant (LSA) you will be supporting them as they learn the theory and then have the opportunity to put this learning into practice .

Our LSAs work with learners either on a 1:1 basis or in very small groups. We work in learning environments designed to be smaller than your average classroom with classes of no more than 14. Day to day you will be assisting learners by helping manage their behaviour and ensuring they are engaged in lessons where each day presents new opportunities, challenges and possibilities . We have guest speakers coming in, we run project weeks where the LSAs co-ordinate and create themed projects with the learners (then video blog about them !), we hold learning and development days and also site days where the learners can take part in sports activities.

These opportunities are offered on a fixed term basis for 12 months. There is the possibility that they will become permanent in the future. We currently have vacancies at the following locations:

• Lincoln - from 16hrs to 32hrs per week
• Grantham - 16hrs per week

Please specify on your application form which positions you are interested in.

About the Team

The team know the importance of keeping each other informed, that's why at the end of each day we have a debrief where we sit down together , write up our records and discuss our day including any challenges we've overcome and share learning. Alongside your fellow LSAs the team consists of tutors, wellbeing coaches, job coaches and employment officers who all have the same vision - for every learner to realise and achieve their potential .

One of our LSAs says: 'It's great to have such a supportive team to take advice from. ' We have LSAs in several sites around the county and we meet up for social events, which could be a meal out or a dog walking afternoon ! The wider team also take part in development days where we can catch up with LSAs from other sites, complete important training and take part in fun team-building activities .

About You

We're keen to hear fromenthusiastic individuals who can use their creative skills to keep young learners engaged and focused. You will need to be pro- active , flexible and understanding of our learners' needs. You will also need to be highly organised and able to maintain accurate records to a high standard. Team working is really important to us and you will need to be an effective communicator, relating well to both young people and adults and contributing to the success of the team .

Although previous experience of working with vulnerable learners would be advantageous it is not essential. We are keen to develop our staff and will provide comprehensive and fully funded training including Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI),Training in Systematic Instruction and Information Advice and Guidance Level 2 . Our behaviour management approach is evidence based, informed by the work of Paul Dix, alongside our ethos of learners being Ready, Respectful and Safe .

If you are considering a new career, we would love to hear from you whether you come with years of experience or you are brand new to this environment !

About Our Offer

Our LSAs can progress down various career pathways including becoming Provision Manager, Job Coach, Wellbeing Coach or a Tutor . We will support your career progression through training, mentoring and sharing our experience.

Along with a competitive salary we are offering:

• A Contributory pension
• Comprehensive benefits package including excellent discount schemes and cycle to work
• Flexible working policies
• Career progression opportunities
• A generous annual leave entitlement plus the option to buy more

If this sounds like your next career move, but you are not sure if your skills and experience are exactly what we're looking for, please email [e-mail] for a confidential and informal discussion about the role.

Applications close on 6th July, interviews are due to take place on 22nd and 23rd July in Lincoln.

We wish you the best of luck and look forward to hearing from you!

Please be advised that this position may be subject to a criminal record check.

All candidates are advised to read the attached job information pack prior to making an application.

On occasion we receive significantly more applications than expected for some vacancies and under such circumstances we reserve the right to bring forward the closing date of the advertisement . We therefore strongly advise you to apply for the role promptly to avoid disappointment should the closing date be brought forward .

We operate a talent pool scheme whereby candidates who are not successful on this occasion may be considered for a period of up to 3 months for equal positions .

Lincolnshire County Council is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment .

Fluency Duty

In accordance with Part 7 of the Immigration Act 2016 (Fluency Duty), the ability to converse at ease with customers and provide advice in accurate spoken English is essential for the post

• Location Lincoln, Boston, Louth and Grantham , United Kingdom