Learning Support Trainer

Changeworknow is part of the Access Group; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

LGPS pension 19.9% employer contrib.

Nursery discount at Little Explorers

TOTUM discount card / Tastecard

Rail discounts (East Midlands Railway)

Microsoft Office + 1TB OneDrive

SENSI salon discount

Free eye tests at Specsavers

Employee Assistance Programme 24/7

Cycle to Work

Job summary

Derby College Group is seeking a compassionate Learning Support Trainer to provide tailored support to students with additional learning needs at The Roundhouse. You will develop individual plans, promote independence, and support social, emotional and mental health needs, working with staff, families and external agencies.

Personal care support may be required. Applicants should have experience with students, Level 2 English and Maths, and Safeguarding plus Mental Health First Aid training or

Qualifications

• Experience of supporting students.
• Understanding of additional learning needs and the SEND Code of Practice.
• Must hold Level 2 English and Maths.
• Safeguarding and Mental Health First Aid training or willingness to work towards.

Responsibilities

• Provide one-to-one and small group support to students with additional learning needs.
• Develop and implement individual support plans and encourage independence.
• Support students with social, emotional and mental health needs; liaise with staff, families and external agencies.

Skills

Student support experience

English level 2

Maths level 2

Safeguarding

Mental Health First Aid

Education

Level 2 English

Level 2 Maths

Safeguarding training

Mental Health First Aid training

Job description

Optimistic – Equity – Kindness – Innovation – Collaboration

Kindly note that we do not accept CVs, in line with Keeping Children Safe in Education requirements.

Derby College Group (DCG) is looking for a compassionate and proactive Learning Support Trainer to join our Student Experience and Pastoral team, providing tailored support that helps students develop their confidence, independence and skills for the future. This role will be based at The Roundhouse.

The Opportunity

As a Learning Support Trainer, you will provide one-to-one and small group support to students with a range of additional learning needs, both in and outside the classroom. You will help develop and implement individual support plans, encourage independence and support students with their social, emotional and mental health needs. Working closely with teaching staff, families and external agencies, you will help create an inclusive and supportive college experience. The role may also involve providing personal care where required.

About You

You will have experience of supporting students, or a genuine willingness to learn, alongside an understanding of additional learning needs and the SEND Code of Practice. You will be confident supporting students with a range of needs and behaviours and able to respond positively to challenging situations. Strong organisation and communication skills are essential, as is a commitment to helping students become more independent. You will hold Level 2 English and maths and Safeguarding and Mental Health First Aid training or be willing to work towards.

The Benefits

• Salary of £28,876 per annum
• 34 days holiday (inclusive of 8 bank holidays and 6 closure days where these occur)
• Membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme with a 19.9% employer contribution
• Discount at our Ofsted rated ‘Outstanding’ onsite Little Explorers Nursery
• TOTUM discount card (aka NUS/Student Discount Card) / discounted Tastecard
• Discounts on East Midlands Railway Annual Season Tickets
• Microsoft Office for FREE with 1TB of OneDrive cloud storage
• Discount on treatments at SENSI our onsite salon at the Roundhouse
• Flint Bishop Solicitors – free will writing, 1-hour free consultation with family department, 10% discount on Conveyancing services
• Continuousdevelopment and progression opportunities
• Free eye tests with Specsavers
• Our new and enhanced Employee Assistance Programme provides 24/7 confidential support for wellbeing, mental health, and life matters
• Cycle to Work Scheme

Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace which promotes and values diversity. We welcome all talent irrespective of age, disability, neuro-divergence, sex, gender identity and gender expression, race, ethnicity, religion, belief, sexual orientation or other personal circumstances. We ensure that our policies and procedures treat all applicants consistently and fairly during our recruitment process.

If you have any questions about the recruitment process, reasonable adjustments, or about the role, please contact us at [e-mail].

Safeguarding statement

DCG is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and all successful candidates will be subject to an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check. An online search of the preferred candidate is also completed to help to identify any incidents or issues that have happened, and are publicly available online, which the college may need to explore with the candidate further. Please be advised that it is an offence to apply for this position if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children.

Please note that unfortunately, this role is not eligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system. Applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Our Commitment to Sustainability

We are committed to embedding sustainability throughout Derby College Group, from the way we operate to the way we educate and support our learners. We welcome applicants who are motivated to support our sustainability ambitions, help reduce our environmental impact, and contribute to a creating a more sustainable world for our future generations.

Recruitment Agencies

We have a PSL of trusted partners to assist us when required and do not acknowledge any speculative CVs or unsolicited candidate introductions from agencies not on this list.