Learning Support Assistant - Enhance Curriculum

MidKent College; Gillingham; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to empower students with additional learning needs. In this rewarding role, you will provide tailored support, fostering social interaction and communication skills through engaging activities. Collaborating with curriculum staff, you'll help create inclusive learning environments and ensure students achieve their Personal Learning Plans. Join a vibrant community dedicated to high-quality education and support, where your contributions will make a significant difference in students' lives.

Qualifications

• Experience supporting students with additional learning needs.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide support for students with learning difficulties in structured environments.
• Promote social development through activities and events.

Skills

Support for students with learning difficulties

Communication skills

Monitoring and recording progress

Promoting social development

Setting SMART targets

Education

Relevant education and qualifications

Job description

Learning Support Assistant - Enhance Curriculum

Support students with additional learning needs and/or disabilities to access their study programmes, ensuring their success and progress. Work effectively and confidently on a one-to-one basis or with small groups in classroom settings, promoting social development through activities, clubs, and events both in social areas and across the college. Encourage social interaction and good communication skills, supporting participation in small group activities. This role is 30 hours a week and 40 weeks a year.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide timely, appropriate support for students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities within structured learning environments, supervising and monitoring students, and recording interactions and progress using live student records. Complete all relevant documentation to meet college and audit standards.
• Work confidently with students individually or in small groups, including accompanying students on external visits as required.
• Promote social development through planned activities and events, ensuring engagement and encouraging communication and participation.
• Develop informal citizenship and employability opportunities, fostering respect for the environment and positive behaviour.
• Signpost students to support services and attend supervision meetings with welfare staff where necessary.
• Set SMART targets for students' Personal Learning Plans (PLPs) and review progress regularly.
• Liaise with curriculum staff to plan support, access schemes of work, and differentiate lessons as needed.
• Prepare and maintain resources and equipment to support students with disabilities or learning difficulties.
• Attend staff development, meetings, and focus days to develop relevant skills.

All post holders will be trained as Fire Marshals and First Aiders.

Application Requirements

• Complete the application form fully, including employment history from the end of full-time education, explaining any gaps.
• Provide details of relevant education and qualifications.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. This process ensures safety and high standards of care.

Benefits

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About MidKent College

Over 6000 students choose MidKent College annually, with excellent vocational facilities and vibrant campuses in Maidstone and Medway. We offer high-quality training and apprenticeships, with a 'Good' Ofsted rating in October 2024.

Safeguarding and Equal Opportunities

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults, conducting background checks including DBS. The role involves working with children and vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act. We promote diversity and guarantee interviews for disabled applicants meeting minimum criteria. Applications from flexible working candidates and those returning from career breaks are welcome.