Learning Support Assistant

Cambian Pengwern College; Rhyl; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambian Pengwern College in Rhyl, Wales, is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help young people aged 16-25 with learning disabilities develop life skills in a nurturing environment. The role is part of a 52-week placement provision and aims to support students toward independence, academic and social growth.

You will work as part of a dedicated team, providing physical and emotional support across classroom, education and off-site activities, with safeguarding and welfare at the core of

Qualifications

• Must be flexible with a passion to develop your skills.
• Good attitude and understanding of students with a learning disability.
• Desirable: Driver’s license to drive college vehicles.

Responsibilities

• The successful candidate will provide guidance, support and encouragement to young people in classroom, education and off-site activities.

Skills

Flexible

Positive attitude

Empathy

Communication

Student support

Tools

Driver's license

Job description

Are you looking for a new role? We are looking for Learning Support Assistant. You will be supporting our young people to develop by providing physical and emotional support. The role is about working as part of a team to maintain a stable, happy and caring environment that puts the health, safety and welfare of our young people first. Ultimately you will be Role Model to our Students Pengwern College: Cambian Pengwern College is a 52-week placement provision, has a proud and successful tradition of supporting students between the ages of 16 - 25 who have Moderate to Severe Learning Disabilities and Complex Needs, including some challenging behaviours, to gain valuable life skills, qualifications and confidence to support their onward journey towards independence. The Head of College and the dedicated team recognise this success and want to offer this opportunity to a wider range of young people and adults as part the ongoing developments that are taking place across all areas of the college. The purpose of the school is to prepare students for the demands of adult life through staff expertise and specialist approaches. This included providing a nurturing and therapeutic environment that encourages students to flourish academically, socially, emotionally and spiritually. What we need from you:

• Must be flexible with a passion to develop your skills
• Good attitude and understanding of students with a learning disability
• Driver to be able to drive college vehicles - desirable
• The successful candidate will be primarily working in providing guidance, support and encouragement to young people in a variety of settings including classroom, education and off-site activities.

Why work for us

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to progress in your career.
• Training opportunities either face to face or online.
• Wellbeing - Your wellbeing matters to us, and we are committed to ensuring you get all the support you need.
• You will be a part of a dedicated team of professionals who will offer you clear guidance and mentor you in to this role.
• Supportive management and senior leads.

We pride ourselves on being an Equal Opportunities Employer and we are committed to safeguarding and protecting the young people and service users within our care. All candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS Check and reference checks.