Learning Support Assistant

eTeach UK Limited; Mountsorrel; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 12,000; Part time

Job summary

A community-based independent specialist college seeks a Learning Support Assistant for 3 days a week. This role involves supporting young adults with learning difficulties to achieve their potential. Candidates must have level 2 qualifications in English and Maths, and experience with such students. Working hours are supportive and the college focuses on staff development and well-being.

Benefits

Supportive working environment

Professional development opportunities

Cycle to work scheme

Discount schemes availability

Wellbeing support including counselling

Contributory pension and occupational sick leave

Qualifications

• Experience of working with young adults with learning difficulties and behaviours of concern.
• Minimum of level 2 qualifications in English and Maths.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for teaching, learning, and assessment.
• Enable students to achieve their maximum potential.
• Prepare students for adulthood and independent living.

Skills

Experience with young adults with learning difficulties

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths

Job description

Overview

Learning Support Assistant - 3 days per week. Report to: Site Supervisor, LSA Manager. Department: Curriculum & Quality. Salary: 3 days a week = actual salary £11,657.89 - £11,714.76. Start date: As soon as possible.

Homefield is a community-based independent specialist college that offers education, training and independent living skills for people with learning disabilities and communication difficulties. Most of our students are on the Autistic Spectrum with bespoke timetables to suit individual learner’s educational needs and interests.

Your Opportunity

We are seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and reliable Learning Support Assistant to join our friendly and supportive team. Based primarily at our Nuneaton site, you will be working with young adults who have a wide range of learning difficulties, providing support for teaching, learning and assessment. You will play a vital role in enabling our students to achieve to their maximum potential, preparing them for adulthood and independent living.

The ideal applicant will have experience of working with young adults with learning difficulties and behaviours of concern with a minimum of level 2 qualifications in English and Maths. You should be confident, organised, and able to work in a busy environment.

Homefield College is an extremely rewarding place to work, we have an exceptionally caring ethos and pride ourselves on providing an environment which promotes dignity and respect for all, and where aspirations, dreams and goals are a focus.

Job requirements

English and Maths at level 2 or above - any applicants without this will not be shortlisted.

We can offer you

• A friendly and supportive working environment with enthusiastic and dedicated trustees and leaders.
• A commitment to the professional development of our staff, providing regular development days and access to a range of CPD to help you grow and develop in your role.
• We are a disability confident employer and adopt a range of workplace adjustments to support our teams to achieve their best.
• Cycle to work scheme which enables you to save over 25% on bikes & accessories.
• Eligibility for discount schemes such as NUS, Totum & Costco membership.
• Focused support on your wellbeing, such as support groups, access to 24 hour Employee Assistance Support and counselling, eye care vouchers, and flu / Hep-B vaccinations for eligible staff.
• Contributory pension, enhanced family leave and occupational sick leave.

Application information

All candidates are advised to refer to the job description and person specification before making an application. In line with our safeguarding practices we are unable to accept CVs and ask that you complete the Homefield Application Form in order for your application to be considered.

Homefield College promotes equality and diversity, and are a Disability Confident committed employer. All our employees are recruited on their merits, abilities and suitability for the role, complying with all relevant legislation, recommendations and guidance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.

Please note - Early applications are encouraged. We reserve the right to close this vacancy earlier than stated should we source a suitable candidate before the closing date.

We look forward to hearing from you.

Safeguarding Statement

Homefield College promotes equality and diversity, and are a Disability Confident committed employer. All our employees are recruited on their merits, abilities and suitability for the role, complying with all relevant legislation, recommendations and guidance.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expect all staff to share this commitment. This position is subject to child protection screening, including checks with past employers and enhanced Disclosure and Barring check.