Learning Support Assistant – North Rye

Espa; Brede; On-site; GBP 21,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading college is seeking a Learning Support Assistant for permanent, term-time work supporting students with autism and additional needs. The role involves working directly with students in both classroom settings and small groups, providing vital support to facilitate learning and personal development.

Benefits

Thorough training package

Hands-on experience with experienced staff

Qualifications

• Good level of general education preferably Level 2 English and Maths.
• Understanding responsibilities regarding safeguarding.
• Positive interest in working with young people with autism.

Responsibilities

• Support specific students in classes ranging from Entry Level to Level 3.
• Provide targeted support in class and with small groups.
• Work in the community and outdoors to support vocational provisions.

Skills

Communication

Caring

Reliability

Calmness

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

Contract Type: Permanent - Term Time Only

Hours: 32.5 hours

Job role

Learning Support Assistant

Salary: £20,670 per annum

Location: ESPA College North Rye, Newcastle upon Tyne, NE3 3JX

Contract: Permanent, Term Time Only, 32.5 hours per week between the hours of 8.30am and 4.00pm with ½ hour lunch for 38 weeks with 5 days training

We currently have openings for Learning Support Workers to join our team. This is an interesting and varied job role that comes with the added bonus of enabling young people to reach their full potential. You will be supporting specific students in a range of classes from Entry Level to Level 3, working both in class and with small groups providing targeted support.

The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic, reliable and have great communication skills. This is an ideal opportunity for a person keen to gain experience of working within a student facing role in an educational establishment.

We are looking for someone who:

• Has a good level of general education preferably Level 2 English and Maths
• Understands their responsibilities with regards to the Safeguarding of Children, Young people and
• Has a positive interest in working with young people with autism.
• Has the ability to work calmly.
• Is caring and dedicated.
• Ideally someone prepared to work, at times, in the wider community and outdoors and support some of our more vocational provisions

We are looking for people who are committed to providing a positive learning experience for students with autism and additional needs.

We will provide a thorough training package, as well as hands on experience shadowing experienced staff members.

These positions are subject to an Enhanced Check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS).

Application packs can be obtained from [e-mail] or call 0191 5165080

Closing Date: Wednesday 31 st January 2024