Learning Support Worker

The Greenbank Project; Liverpool; Hybrid; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

The Greenbank Project is seeking an Additional Learning Support Manager to assist students during education and vocational learning sessions at Liverpool sites. The position requires flexibility and may include evening/weekend shifts to support learning activities.

You will supervise breaks, support tutors, help develop individual learning plans, and maintain records in line with quality standards. A commitment to safeguarding and effective teamwork is essential.

Responsibilities

• Support students during learning sessions and work with tutors to deliver opportunities.
• Undertake break and lunchtime supervision.
• Develop flexible working practices to achieve learning objectives.
• Liaise with relevant staff across the organisation and external agencies contributing to the student’s action plan.
• Take an active role in the student review process supporting the student, tutor and representative.
• Assist with job task analysis while supporting students on work placements.
• Undertake administrative duties, maintain records, monitor and review work to quality standards.
• Report issues relating to student progress or additional support requirements to the Line Manager.
• Work as part of a team, share resources and attend meetings as required.
• Undergo training and comply with policies; perform other duties as assigned.

Job description

Additional Learning Support Manager (ALSM)

Closing date for applications: ongoing recruitment

Job Location

The main place of work is the internship host business site (Liverpool City Council). All employees are required to be flexible in their approach and would be expected to work at other sites as and when required. This job may require occasional evening and weekend work.

Job Purpose

The post holder is responsible for supporting students during education/vocational learning sessions and work placements and for providing on course assistance/support to tutors during sessions.

Key Responsibilities

• Support students during learning sessions/activities and work together with tutors in the delivery of learning opportunities.
• Undertake break and lunchtime supervision as
• To develop a flexible working practice to achieve students identified and agreed learning objectives.
• Liaise with relevant staff across the organisation and relevant external agencies contributing to the student’s individual action plan and agreed learning/work
• Take an active role in the student review process supporting the student, tutor and student’s representative in contributing to the learning process.
• Responsible for undertaking job task analysis whilst supporting students on work placement and work with students to ensure they can proficiently undertake each element of the job.
• Undertake administrative duties, maintain records, monitor and review work in compliance with Greenbank’s quality standards.
• Report any issues relating to student progress or additional support requirements to the Line Manager.
• Required to work as part of a team, sharing resource development and promoting good practice; attend team and staff meetings as required.
• Required to undergo training recommended by the line manager. To comply with all Greenbank’s policies and procedures and quality assurance
• Required to carry out other duties as assigned by Greenbank’s senior management team.

This job description outlines the principal responsibilities of the post at the time of issue. It is not intended to be exhaustive and may be amended periodically to reflect the changing needs of the College. Any significant changes will be discussed with the postholder.

Greenbank is committed to safeguarding children and safer recruitment practices and will undertake all required Department of Education employment checks including those of the Disclosure and Barring Service.

Greenbank is an equal opportunities employer and applications are particularly welcome from disabled people.