Learning Support Assistant – 1:1

City of Portsmouth College; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support to students with special educational needs. This role involves working closely with students in a 1:1 or small group setting, fostering independence and encouraging high expectations. You will play a crucial role in monitoring progress and collaborating with teachers to enhance the learning experience. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young learners. Join a progressive and supportive workplace that values your contributions and offers competitive benefits.

Benefits

Annual Leave: 8.2 weeks

Generous Local Government pension

Access to staff development programmes

Discounts at College facilities

Free car parking

Blue Light Card discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to support young people with special educational needs.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Monitor and record students’ progress effectively.

Skills

Ability to support young people

Excellent communication skills

Good literacy and numeracy skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Organisational skills

Knowledge of working with SEN

Job description

Job Title: Learning Support Assistant (LSA)

Location: All Campuses, Portsmouth

Salary: Full Time Equivalent £23,556.64 - £24,231.89 per annum, Actual Salary Pro Rata depending on part-time hours/working weeks

Hours of work: Casual/Part-Time, up to 37 Hours per week, Term Time only (September start)

About us:
At City of Portsmouth College, we aspire to be the employer of choice in the Portsmouth area, with a progressive, supportive, and rewarding workplace culture and one that offers competitive benefits for its staff. By joining us, you will personally be part of the change we are driving and will play a pivotal role in supporting the growth and development of our brilliant students, turning them into future leaders and innovators.

What we offer:

• Annual Leave: You will be given 8.2 weeks (pro-rata according to working hours) per full year in recognition of annual leave, which is paid inclusive of your annual salary. The 8.2 weeks includes the closure for winter shutdown period in line with Hampshire County Council school holidays & statutory bank holidays.
• Pension: Generous Local Government pension. Further information can be found at www.hants.gov.uk/hampshire-services/pensions/local-government.
• Learning & Development: Programmes by The Community Adult Education Department.
• Staff Development: Access to the College staff development programmes and CPD.
• Onsite Discounts: City of Portsmouth College Hair Salon & 50% off at the City of Portsmouth College Sports Centre.
• Online Discounts: Unidays, Student Beans, and Totum with a City of Portsmouth College email address.
• Parking: Free car parking across all campus sites (apart from Arundel).
• Blue Light Card: providing several discounts for clothing, electrical goods, food and days out, even concert tickets!

About The Role:
As a 1:1 / Small Group Learning Support Assistant (LSA) at City of Portsmouth College, you will be required to support our students who have special educational needs, in a 1:1 or small group within a classroom setting. You may also be required to support our students during break and lunch times and on external outings. You will support the students as stated within their Educational Health Care Plan requirements whilst promoting independence and high expectations at all times.

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.
• Monitoring and recording students’ progress.
• Work collaboratively with the class teachers and other college staff.

To be successful in this role, below is what we would need from you:

• Ability to support young people.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Good literacy and numeracy skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Knowledge of working with young people with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities.

Diversity and Inclusion:
Equality, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion are central to the work of the College. This underpins the vision of the College to transform lives through providing exceptional education and training.

Pre Employment Checks:
The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. All successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service check and two references.

We reserve the right to close the job advert when we have had successful applications, and it may not run for the full duration of the advert.

We do not accept CV's from agencies for these roles.