Learning Support Assistant (SEND)

Brooklands College; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A local further education college in Weybridge is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to help students with diverse learning needs. The ideal candidate will have qualifications in English and Maths at level 2, strong IT, numeracy, and communication skills, and a commitment to providing inclusive education. Responsibilities include supporting learners in class and during exams. This role offers a rewarding opportunity to positively impact students' lives.

Benefits

Generous holiday entitlement

Financial benefits and discounts

Pension options

Free on-site parking

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in supporting learners with diverse needs.
• Good understanding of Additional Learning Support function.
• Willingness to pursue a relevant qualification.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in class 1:1 or in small groups.
• Use strategies to assist with reading, writing, and maths.
• Support students during their exams.
• Maintain records of LSA support provided.

Skills

Good IT skills

Oral communication skills

Written communication skills

Numeracy skills

Education

English & Maths level 2

Relevant LSA qualification

Job description

Learning Support Assistant (SEND) – 37 hours per week. 37 weeks per year - £24,105.57 FTE (actual £20,359.93) BRK20

Brooklands Technical College is a further education college supporting young people and adults to take the next steps on their career path. We are an inclusive centre for lifelong learning, equipping our learners with the professional behaviours, skills and values that they will need for their careers.

If you're passionate about education and want to make a difference, we'd love to hear from you.

We are an established provider of good quality College and School Links courses for young people and adults with learning difficulties and emotional/behavioural difficulties. Brooklands College is committed to supporting learners with a wide range of needs including dyslexia, autism and physical and sensory needs. We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant to provide support to learner/s for the duration of their course.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in class 1:1 or in small groups, working at a range of levels from entry level to L3 across all curriculum areas
• Use strategies to help students with reading, writing and maths skills
• Support students during their exams
• Keep careful records of all LSA support provided

Qualifications

• English & Maths level 2
• A relevant LSA qualification or willingness to take one (a distinct advantage)
• Good IT, numeracy, oral and written communication skills
• A sound understanding of the purpose of the Additional Learning Support function

What we offer

• Generous holiday entitlement
• Financial benefits and discounts
• Pension (TPS or LGPS)
• Free on-site parking
• Staff wellbeing and fitness resources
• Employee recognition schemes
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of our students

Equality, safeguarding and recruitment

Brooklands Technical College is proud to be an equal opportunities employee and is committed to diversity and inclusion within the workplace and are proud to be an Equal Opportunities Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, colour, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity, age, military or veteran status, citizenship, or other protected characteristics. Brooklands Technical College is committed to the safeguarding and welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. Shortlisted candidates may be subject to online searches as part of due diligence checks. Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK. Pre-employment checks will be carried out, in line with KCSIE, for all those who are shortlisted and the successful candidate will be subject to an enhanced DBS check and 2 satisfactory references. Recruitment agencies who submit unsolicited CVs to any partner or employee at Brooklands Technical College have no authority to enter an arrangement. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible. Please note that previous applicants need not apply. Recruitment agencies engaging with Brooklands Technical College will be on our PSL.