Learning Support Assistant (One-to-One) – Widnes

SWRAC; Widnes; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Additional leave

Bereavement leave

Casual dress

Cycle to work

Health & wellbeing programme

On-site parking

Private dental insurance

Private medical insurance

Job summary

SWRAC is recruiting Learning Support Assistants (One-to-One) at our Widnes Centre to help young adults with SEND achieve their goals in education and employment. The role is full-time, Mon-Fri 9am-5pm, with a lunch break, and may involve working at other centres.

You will support learners with LDD/SEND in classrooms, provide one-to-one support, and contribute to ILPs while collaborating with colleagues across settings. DBS checks are part of safeguarding commitments.

Qualifications

• Level 2 Maths and English (or equivalent essential).
• Level 2/3 Qualification in learning support or equivalent.
• Experience with SEND and working with young adults.

Responsibilities

• To support learners with LDD/SEND in a variety of classroom settings.
• To provide one-to-one support as directed by the Head of Learning or the class tutor.
• Provide learning support within a group and on an individual basis.
• To act as a scribe/reader/exam invigilator as required.
• To support students during breaks.
• To contribute to learners’ ILPs.
• To work closely with team members to ensure that ILP targets are monitored and reviewed.
• To be aware of individual learners’ risk assessments and needs.
• To support learners to access transport and with travel training
• To accompany learners during work experience placements, both on and off-site
• Accompany learners on outings, visits, community and recreational activities
• Encourage independence and self-help skills wherever possible.
• Keep records associated with the support role.
• To undertake any other duties relevant to the role as required

Skills

Communication

Empathy

Teamwork

One-to-one support

Education

GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Level 2 Maths

Level 2 English

Level 2/3 Qualification in learning support

Award in Education

ELSA experience

Understanding of SEND

Awareness of disabilities

Job description

• To support students during breaks
• Bereavement leave

At SWRAC, we empower individuals to thrive through practical and relevant educational programs. Our goal is to equip people with the skills, knowledge, and experience necessary to become resilient, confident, and independent. We aim for them to grow in education, secure employment, or engage in meaningful activities, live healthily, be active and responsible citizens, and ensure their safety.

Location: Widnes, WA8 6DJ

Job Type: Full-time

Salary: £29,348 a year

We are looking for dedicated and enthusiastic Learning Support Assistants (One-to-One) to join our friendly team at our Widnes Centre and help make a positive difference to the lives of young adults with SEND. However, there may be a requirement to work at other centres from time to time.

This is a full-time role working from Monday to Friday, 9 am to 5 pm (with 30 minutes lunch break).

Job Description

• To support learners with LDD/SEND in a variety of classroom settings
• To provide one-to-one support as directed by the Head of Learning or the class tutor
• Provide learning support within a group and on an individual basis
• To act as a scribe/reader/exam invigilator as required
• To support students during breaks
• To contribute to learners’ ILPs
• To work closely with team members to ensure that ILP targets are monitored and reviewed
• To be aware of individual learners’ risk assessments and needs
• To support learners to access transport and with travel training_
• To accompany learners during work experience placements, both on and off-site
• Accompany learners on outings, visits, community and recreational activities
• Encourage independence and self-help skills wherever possible.
• Keep records associated with the support role.
• To undertake any other duties relevant to the role as required

Experience And Qualifications

• Level 2 Maths and English (or equivalent essential)
• Level 2/3 Qualification in learning support or equivalent
• Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools
• Award in Education
• ELSA experience
• Understanding of working with young adults who have SEND
• Awareness of disabilities.
• Ability to relate well to children and vulnerable young adults
• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these settings.
• Experience of working with SEND young people in an educational establishment.
• Working with or caring for vulnerable young people with learning disabilities of relevant age.
• Working with children or vulnerable young people with learning disabilities or challenging emotional and behavioural difficulties.

Experience

• SEND: 2 years (required)

Benefits

• Additional leave
• Bereavement leave
• Casual dress
• Cycle to work scheme
• Health & wellbeing programme
• On-site parking
• Private dental insurance
• Private medical insurance

Education

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience

• SEND: 2 years (preferred)

Work Location: In person

SWRAC is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Our recruitment and selection practices will reflect this dedication. All successful candidates will undergo Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks, along with other relevant employment screening. We are also committed to ensuring genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and educational provider. Please find our full Safeguarding Policy here.

Please note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a high volume of suitable applications, so we encourage you to apply as soon as possible.