Post 16 Learning Support Assistant

Outcomes First Group; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading independent specialist college as a Post 16 Learning Support Assistant in Maidstone. This role focuses on supporting students with social, emotional, and mental health needs, providing essential learning assistance to help them thrive. With a commitment to work/life balance through a trial of a 4-Day Working Week, this is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in students' lives. Enjoy benefits like life assurance and a pension scheme while working in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Life Assurance

Pension scheme with flexible contribution options

Access to mental health support

Qualifications

• Essential skills in literacy and numeracy required.
• Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the learning and personal development of students.
• Clarify and explain instructions for students.
• Motivate and encourage students to succeed.

Skills

Literacy

Numeracy

Education

Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent

Job description

How would you like to be paid for five days but only work four?

At OFG, our colleagues' wellbeing is our priority, and we're continually exploring ways to improve work/life balance. We are trialing a 4-Day Working Week (4DWW), allowing you to work one day less each week (or equivalent).

If successful, this trial will be rolled out across the Group, making this an exciting time to join us!

Job Title: Post 16 Learning Support Assistant

Location: Heath Farm College, Maidstone ME16 0ER

Salary: GBP18,118.75 per annum (not pro rata)

Hours: 32.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday

Contract: Permanent, Term Time only

UK applicants only. This role does not offer sponsorship.

We are seeking a dedicated Post 16 Learning Support Assistant to join our team at Heath Farm College, part of Acorn Education, as part of our growth.

About the role

• To support the learning and personal development of students, helping them access educational and life opportunities.
• To demonstrate the College Values of Love, Commitment, and Opportunity daily.

Key Responsibilities

• Clarify and explain instructions
• Ensure students can use equipment and materials
• Motivate and encourage students
• Provide reassurance and support tailored to students' needs
• Assist with specific learning skills (e.g., speech and language, reading, spelling, numeracy, handwriting)
• Use praise and commentary to promote concentration and motivation
• Liaise with tutors, teachers, and professionals regarding Student Learning Plans
• Offer additional nurture when requested
• Implement college protocols and model the College Code of Conduct
• Help create resources to support students

Who we are looking for

The ideal candidate will have:

• Essential
  • Minimum of 3 GCSEs or equivalent
  • Good literacy and numeracy skills
  • Driving license
• Desirable
  • NVQ Teaching Assistant or equivalent
  • Child Protection and Safeguarding Training

About Us

Heath Farm College is an independent specialist sixth form college supporting young people with social, emotional, and mental health needs. We provide a stimulating environment where students make significant progress and succeed.

Located in Maidstone, supporting up to 58 students, our college caters to students with EHCPs who are not yet ready for large FE colleges or mainstream 6th forms.

Part of Outcomes First Group, the UK's leading independent provider of specialist education, we are committed to innovative approaches that deliver measurable outcomes.

In 2024, Outcomes First Group was recognized as a 'Great Place to Work' for the fifth consecutive year.

Why join Acorn Education?

Benefits include:

• Life Assurance
• Pension scheme with flexible contribution options
• Access to mental health support and health checks via