Learning Support Assistant - Creative Arts

Windsor Forest Colleges Group; Taplow; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS employer contributions

Free onsite parking

Career progression opportunities

Subsidised leisure courses

Cycle to Work Scheme

Family friendly policies

Onsite Coffee Shop

Job summary

Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the Creative team at the Berkshire College of Agriculture campus. The role is full-time, 37 hours per week, term time only, with pro rata salary from 21,166.19 to 22,662.10 depending on qualifications and experience.

You will support students to access classes, deliver activities, and assist with learning barriers while upholding safeguarding policies and college guidelines.

Qualifications

• GCSE English and Mathematics at Level 2 or above.
• A positive attitude, proactive approach and strong organisational skills.
• Experience working with young people in education is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, delivery and review of learning activities.
• Support students to overcome physical, emotional and learning barriers.
• Assist with assignments, exam preparation and development of English, maths and ICT skills.
• Monitor student behaviour and maintain confidential records.

Skills

Learning support

Education

GCSE English & Maths (Level 2)

Job description

Learning Support Assistants are a vital part of Windsor Forest Colleges Group, helping students fully access their classes, achieve their learning goals and reach their full potential. Reporting to the Schools Programme Manager or Lead Learning Support Assistant, and working under the supervision of teaching staff, you will support whole classes, small groups or individual students in line with college policies and individual Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs)., As part of our Creative Team, you will join a dedicated team supporting young people to build confidence, develop resilience and focus on their personal growth. Building trusting relationships is at the heart of everything we do, and our team is highly skilled at helping students feel safe, valued and understood. Your daily responsibilities will include assisting with the planning, delivery and review of learning activities, as well as supporting students to overcome physical, emotional and learning barriers. You will also assist with assignments, exam preparation and the development of essential English, mathematics and ICT skills. In addition, the role involves monitoring student behaviour, maintaining confidential records, adapting learning materials and supporting the use of specialist equipment where required.

This role involves working 37 hours per week over 37 term time weeks per year. The role pays on Scale G of the Support Staff pay scale offering a pro rata salary of 21,166.19 (G17) up to 22,662.10 (G19). The full time equivalent would be 25,483 (G17) up to 27,284 (G19) depending on qualifications and experience., To be considered for this role, you should have a positive attitude, a proactive approach and strong organisational skills. We welcome applications from individuals with experience working with young people, ideally within an educational setting, and an understanding of how to support neurodivergent learners and those with additional learning needs. Essential qualifications include Level 2 qualifications, such as GCSE Grade 4/C or above (or equivalent), in both English and Mathematics. Candidates should be flexible and willing to adapt to the varying needs of the department, which may include supporting online learning or providing physical assistance to students with mobility needs. Finally, the successful candidate must be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, strictly adhering to college policies regarding Safeguarding, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, Health and Safety, Data Protection and Risk Management. Join our exceptional team and make a real difference to the lives of young people, helping them to build confidence, develop independence and achieve success in a supportive and rewarding environment. Windsor Forest Colleges Group is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the Creative team at our Berkshire College of Agriculture campus on a full time, term time only basis., The Windsor Forest Colleges Group (TWFCG) is a leading education provider in the South East. Our staff work across 4 main campuses at Langley, Windsor, Strodes in Egham and at the Berkshire College of Agriculture in Maidenhead. Our teams place the learner at the heart of all we do and in our state of the art learning environments, we are proud to deliver education and training to a diverse group of students and businesses each year., The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all its staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo an enhanced DBS and Barred List check along with other legally required checks which are an essential part of the safeguarding process.

• Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) currently offering 24.3% employer contribution
• Free onsite parking at all sites
• Career progression opportunities for ambitious staff
• Access to a wide range of subsidised leisure courses
• Access to excellent defined benefit pension schemes
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Family friendly policies supporting Work Life Balance
• Onsite Coffee Shop & Cafeteria
• Various health & wellbeing benefits including discounted gym memberships, confidential staff counselling and discounted hair and beauty treatments at The Salon at Langley College