Learning Support Practitioner — Part-Time, Flexible Hours, Pension

York College; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 27,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous Occupational Pension Scheme

Job summary

York College is seeking a Part Time Learning Support Practitioner to assist students with learning difficulties across College, including in-class and during unstructured times. You will work one-to-one or with small groups to enable understanding of the curriculum and support staff in delivering learning experiences.

Flexibility, energy and enthusiasm are essential, with availability during college term time and a Level 3 qualification or higher as a baseline requirement.

Qualifications

• Support for people on the autistic spectrum
• Support for students with emotional and/or behavioural issues
• Support for people with severe learning difficulties/disabilities
• Support for students with medical conditions
• Knowledge and understanding of ICT and assistive technology
• Support for students with visual impairment
• Support for students with hearing impairment
• Mobility and personal care
• Promoting and supporting the independence of learners

Responsibilities

• Provide educational support to students in class and during unstructured times.
• Assist teaching staff by supporting students and guiding their learning.
• Support mobility and personal care needs in College and on off-site visits.
• Liaise with tutors and provide out-of-class support during lunch/break times as needed.

Education

Level 3 or above

Job description

York College is seeking a Part Time Learning Support Practitioner to assist students with learning difficulties across College, including in-class and during unstructured times. You will work one-to-one or with small groups to enable understanding of the curriculum and support staff in delivering learning experiences.

Flexibility, energy and enthusiasm are essential, with availability during college term time and a Level 3 qualification or higher as a baseline requirement.