Learning Support Assistant

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College; North East; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is seeking a committed Learning Support Assistant to join our Learning Support team. Working under the Head of Additional Learning Support, you will help students with specific learning difficulties to access lessons and college life.

You will prepare learning materials, assist with assistive technology, identify needs, and maintain records, while collaborating with teachers and support staff to ensure every student receives the best possible support.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners on a one-to-one basis or in groups.
• Strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understands the learning process and can build effective relationships with young people aged 16-19.
• Well organised, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional development.
• Enjoys working as part of a team.
• Experience of supporting students with additional learning needs would be desirable.

Responsibilities

• Support students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities within lessons and across the college.
• Prepare learning materials and resources to meet individual needs.
• Assist students in the use of assistive technology to enhance their learning.
• Help identify and assess student learning support requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure students receive the best possible support.

Skills

One-to-one support

Group support

Literacy skills

Numeracy skills

IT skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team player

Professional development

Job description

Are you passionate about supporting young people to achieve their full potential?

Queen Elizabeth Sixth Form College is seeking a committed and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistant to join our Learning Support team. Working under the direction of the Head of Additional Learning Support (SENDCo), you will play a vital role in supporting students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities to succeed in their studies and college life.

As a Learning Support Assistant, you will:

• Support students with specific learning difficulties and disabilities within lessons and across the college.
• Prepare learning materials and resources to meet individual needs.
• Assist students in the use of assistive technology to enhance their learning.
• Help identify and assess student learning support requirements.
• Maintain accurate records of support provided.
• Work collaboratively with teachers and support staff to ensure students receive the best possible support.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has experience supporting learners on a one-to-one basis or in groups.
• Has strong literacy, numeracy and IT skills.
• Possesses excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Understands the learning process and can build effective relationships with young people aged 16-19.
• Is well organised, adaptable and committed to ongoing professional development.
• Enjoys working as part of a team and is committed to helping students achieve their potential.
• Experience of supporting students with additional learning needs would be desirable.