SEN Learning Support Assistant — Build Independence in FE

Morgan Hunt Recruitment; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 23,000; Full time

Job summary

Learning Support Assistant role at Wirral Met College, within the Skills for Life Department, full-time temporary position designed to support students with additional and complex needs.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist students with learning difficulties and daily living tasks, promote independence and confidence, and work closely with staff to safeguard and enable inclusive activities across the college day.

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people or adults with additional needs, disabilities or complex needs.
• Experience in education, care, SEN or support settings is desirable.
• Confidence providing personal care and supporting daily living needs.
• Patient, compassionate and positive approach.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 and small-group support to students within the Skills for Life department.
• Support students with learning difficulties, disabilities and complex needs.
• Assist students to access learning, activities and the wider college environment.
• Encourage independence, confidence and essential life skills.
• Provide support with communication, social interaction and emotional wellbeing as required.
• Work closely with teaching staff and other professionals to ensure appropriate support.
• Support students during practical activities, trips and wider college activities.
• Provide personal care support where required, including assistance with daily living.

Skills

1:1 & small-group support

Experience with young people with SEND

Excellent communication

Teamwork

Patience & empathy

Job description

Learning Support Assistant role at Wirral Met College, within the Skills for Life Department, full-time temporary position designed to support students with additional and complex needs.

You will provide 1:1 and small-group support, assist students with learning difficulties and daily living tasks, promote independence and confidence, and work closely with staff to safeguard and enable inclusive activities across the college day.