Learning Support Assistant

The Supply Register; Wrexham; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Job summary

The Supply Register, on behalf of Coleg Cambria, is seeking enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants to join the college s bank staff at Bersham Road, Wrexham. The role focuses on helping learners overcome barriers to learning and reaching their full potential, with emphasis on supportive, patient, and proactive engagement.

Welsh language skills are desirable as part of Coleg Cambria's bilingual provision. Safeguarding is a key priority, and successful candidates will contribute to an inclusive

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and ability to adapt style to learner needs.
• Strong literacy and numeracy at Level 2 or above.
• Empathy and understanding of learning difficulties and disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Support learners to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their potential.
• Build positive relationships with learners and staff in a college setting.
• Confidently support groups of learners and manage challenging behaviours.

Skills

Communication skills

Literacy & numeracy Level 2

Empathy

Resilience

Job description

Learning Support Assistant Bank Staff

Location: Bersham Road, Wrexham

The Supply Register, working on behalf of Coleg Cambria, is looking for enthusiastic and dedicated Learning Support Assistants to join the college s bank staff team.

Are you passionate about supporting young people and adults to overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential?

We are looking for caring, patient and resilient individuals who can make a real difference to learners lives.

What we re looking for

The successful Learning Support Assistant will have:

• Excellent communication skills and the ability to adapt their communication style to meet individual learner needs.


• Strong literacy and numeracy skills at Level 2 or above.


• Empathy and an understanding of a range of learning difficulties and disabilities.


• Resilience, flexibility, patience and a good sense of humour.


• Previous experience supporting learners with additional learning needs in a classroom setting, or significant relevant personal experience.


• A genuine passion for empowering and enabling young people.


• The ability to build positive working relationships with learners and staff.


• Confidence supporting groups of learners.


• A positive and proactive approach to challenging behaviour.

Welsh language skills are desirable for this role, as Coleg Cambria is committed to growing its bilingual provision and actively promoting the Welsh language and culture.

Why join Coleg Cambria?

Working through The Supply Register offers an excellent opportunity to gain valuable experience within Coleg Cambria while enjoying the flexibility of bank work.

Coleg Cambria is a Disability Confident Employer and is committed to creating an inclusive college that reflects the diverse community it serves. Applications are welcomed from candidates of all backgrounds.

Safeguarding is a key priority at Coleg Cambria, and all staff are expected to share the college s commitment to keeping learners safe.

Make a difference today

If you are passionate about education, enjoy helping others succeed and have the skills and experience to support learners with additional needs, we want to hear from you!