Learning Support Assistant (SEND) - Part Time

Brooklands College; Weybridge; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 15,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous holidays

Discounts

Pension (TPS or LGPS)

Free parking

Wellbeing resources

Professional development

Supportive environment

Positive impact on students

Job summary

Brooklands College in Weybridge is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to join the SEND department. The role is 22.2 hours per week, 37 weeks per year, providing 1:1 or small group support across multiple levels and helping students with reading, writing and maths.

Experience in a classroom setting is essential; an LSA qualification or willingness to undertake one is preferred. Strong IT, numeracy and communication skills are required to support inclusive learning and exam delivery.

Qualifications

• Previous experience of supporting learners in a classroom environment.
• A relevant Learning Support Assistant qualification or willingness to undertake one.
• Good IT, numeracy, oral and written communication skills.
• Sound understanding of the purpose of Additional Learning Support.

Responsibilities

• Support learners in class 1:1 or small groups across levels from entry to L3.
• Use strategies to aid reading, writing and maths skills.
• Support students during their exams.
• Maintain careful records of all LSA support provided.

Skills

LSA experience

IT skills

Numeracy

Communication skills

Education

LSA qualification

Job description

Company: Brooklands College

Learning Support Assistant – SEND DEPARTMENT - 22.2 hours per week. 37 weeks per year - £26,592.45 FTE (actual £13,476.24) BRK22

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 Technical 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.

About the role:

• 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

To fulfil the role of Learning Support Assistant you will have:

• Previous experience at supporting within a classroom environment
• 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
• Opportunities for professional development
• A supportive and collaborative working environment
• The chance to make a positive impact on the lives of our students

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.(This may include a section 128 check). We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role.