Learning Support Assistant (Reduced Year, Part-Time)

Leeds City College; Leeds; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 33,000; Part time

Job summary

Leeds City College is seeking four part-time Learning Support Assistants to provide support to students requiring additional needs. This role involves assisting within classrooms, engaging with local authorities, and ensuring students' well-being through physical support and reporting. The candidate should have relevant SEND experience along with strong communication skills to effectively assist students in diverse learning environments.

Benefits

Annual leave entitlement of at least 27 days plus bank holidays.

Discounted travel through various services.

Memberships and discounts for employees.

Learning and development opportunities.

Flexible working opportunities.

Qualifications

• Must have English and Mathematics at Level 2 / GCSE grade C/ level 3 or above.
• Relevant experience in SEND support.
• IT literate with excellent communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide in-class support and assistance during off-site visits.
• Support students with additional needs including wheelchair users.
• Participate in planning and assessment as part of the course team.

Skills

Communication

Personal Care Support

IT Literacy

Education

GCSE English and Mathematics at Level 2

Relevant qualification in a related area

Job description

About the Role

This is a part-time, reduced-year role: 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year.

We are seeking 4 Learning Support Assistants to join our team. This role requires an experienced SEND professional to lead through a matrix management approach across Luminate FE colleges for the placement and support of students with Educational Health Care Plans. This will include physically supporting students within the classroom, helping with personal care, and, at times, pushing a wheelchair. Additionally, you will be an operational main point of contact with local authorities and contribute to positive outcomes for disadvantaged and vulnerable students.

What You Will Do

• Provide support within the classroom and during off-site visits.
• Support students with additional needs, e.g., wheelchair users, hearing impairment, visual impairment, etc.
• Participate in planning, preparation, and assessment of learning as part of the course team.
• Offer in-class support to meet the needs of students with high needs.
• Provide curriculum teachers/assessors and Learning Support team members with verbal and written reports on students with high needs or SEN.
• Assist with emergency evacuation plans and practices, and support all emergency evacuations.
• Keep accurate and timely records, including progress and strategies used, as required.

About You

• Must have English and Mathematics at Level 2 / GCSE grade C/ level 3 or above.
• Relevant experience, knowledge, and understanding of working in the Sector, including personal care and supporting students who use wheelchairs. Relevant qualification in a related area.
• IT literate.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with staff and students at all levels in the college.

There are many benefits available to our staff members, including:

• Annual leave entitlement: If you work full time, you'll get at least 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part-time staff). Support staff get 27 days (increasing to 32 days after 5 years of service). Academic and Senior Management staff get 37 days.
• Memberships and discounts: Employees can sign up for various membership cards and discount schemes such as the TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and commuting: Discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus, and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities: Including staff development days.
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities: Varies depending on role requirements.

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and a major provider of apprenticeships regionally.

We offer a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education that is supportive, inspiring, and life-changing. Our values put students first and are central to everything we do.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You will have access to a broad range of training and professional development opportunities. We offer numerous job vacancies, and our size provides many chances for career progression.

Join us on the journey to being the best we can be for our students, apprentices, staff, and stakeholders.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group, we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students, including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow Safer Recruitment practices as outlined in Keeping Children Safe in Education. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks, including an enhanced DBS check, online checks, and two satisfactory references.