Learning Support Assistant — Empower Student Progress

Nacro; Stoke-on-Trent; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 13,000; Part time

Job summary

Nacro's Education Centre in Stoke is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to assist teaching staff across classroom and centre, delivering a broad spectrum of academic and vocational subjects.

You will support learners, including LLDD/SEN, create a positive learning environment and help learners progress from starting points. The role is term-time only with 41 weeks and 22.5 hours per week, based in Stoke.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in supporting young people in an education setting is desirable.
• Experience of working with LLDD students with a SEN is desirable.
• An Enhanced DBS check with Barred Lists is essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and maintain focus on achievement of desired outcomes for learners across all subject areas.
• Understand learners' needs including LLDD/SEND and use supportive strategies.
• Engage and motivate learners while supporting tailored programmes for individual needs.
• Provide feedback to teaching staff on learner progress against targets.
• Develop relationships and liaise with external agencies in support of learner needs.

Skills

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Communication

Calm under pressure

Job description

Nacro's Education Centre in Stoke is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to assist teaching staff across classroom and centre, delivering a broad spectrum of academic and vocational subjects.

You will support learners, including LLDD/SEN, create a positive learning environment and help learners progress from starting points. The role is term-time only with 41 weeks and 22.5 hours per week, based in Stoke.