Part time - Senior Student Support Assistant

Oaklands College; St Albans; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in St Albans seeks a passionate Senior Student Support Assistant to lead a team dedicated to supporting learners with additional needs. The role involves developing staff, providing tailored support to students, and ensuring a nurturing environment. Ideal candidates will have experience in educational support and strong leadership skills, alongside a commitment to fostering student success. Competitive salary offered: £30,482 - £33,308 annually.

Benefits

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Free on-site gym

Cycle to Work scheme

Qualifications

• Experience supporting learners with disabilities, learning difficulties, or additional needs.
• Strong people management skills.
• Good IT and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead, motivate, and develop a team of Student Support Assistants.
• Provide high-quality tailored support to learners.
• Conduct appraisals and training for staff.

Skills

Supporting learners with disabilities

People management skills

Problem-solving skills

Good IT skills

Communication skills

Education

Level 3 teaching or management qualifications

Job description

Ready to Make a Difference in Students Lives

Do you love motivating others supporting learners to thrive and leading a team to success

Oaklands College is looking for a passionate Senior Student Support Assistant to champion our learners with additional needs and to guide and inspire our Student Support Assistants to deliver the very best support possible.

This is your chance to make a real impact ensuring every student has the encouragement care and support they need to achieve their potential.

Why Join Oaklands

For over 100 years Oaklands College has been transforming lives through education. Our Student Support teams are at the heart of this mission creating inclusive safe and empowering environments where learners can flourish.

As a Senior SSA youll not only support students directly but also lead mentor and inspire a team of dedicated staff shaping the future of student support across the College.

What Youll Be Doing

Leadership & Team Development

Lead motivate and develop a team of Student Support Assistants

Carry out appraisals observations and coaching to help your team grow

Support recruitment induction and training of new SSAs

Student Support

Ensure learners with disabilities and additional needs receive high-quality tailored support

Step in as a hands-on Student Support Assistant when needed

Assist learners with classroom tasks mobility personal care and independent living skills

Escort and supervise students on site and during external activities

Communication & Collaboration

Work closely with Curriculum and Support teams to meet learner needs

Be the go-to contact for SSAs on day-to-day operational issues

Liaise with parents carers and professionals helping to organise tours and assessments

Quality & Safeguarding

Ensure safeguarding health and safety and wellbeing are always front of mind

Share best practice and champion high standards across the College

Keep accurate records and contribute to learner support planning

Is This You

Were looking for a positive proactive and inspiring leader who believes in the power of education to change lives.

Youll bring :

Experience supporting learners with disabilities learning difficulties or additional needs

Strong people management skills from motivating teams to managing performance

Good IT and communication skills (written and verbal)

The ability to stay calm under pressure solve problems and keep a can-do attitude

Its a bonus if you also have :

Experience delivering training to staff or learners

Level 3 teaching or management qualifications (or the willingness to achieve them)

What We Offer

Local Government Pension Scheme

Generous annual leave

Excellent CPD and funded professional development opportunities

Free Microsoft Office for personal devices

Free on-site gym and wellbeing support services

Cycle to Work scheme & discounted travel

Long Service Awards & annual staff celebration events

Key Skills

• Bidding
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• Benefits
• Corporate Recruitment
• Android Development

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

Yearly Salary Salary : 30482 - 33308