SEN Learning Support Assistant – Empower Students

Sight Village; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 21,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On site car parking

Fitness Centre on site

Cycle to Work Scheme

Health and Wellbeing Services

Job summary

Queen Alexandra College is seeking an Learning Support Assistant to provide high-quality learning and pastoral support for students with SEND. You will work alongside teaching staff to enable learners to access education, develop independence and achieve goals.

The role focuses on inclusion, wellbeing and practical support to help students succeed in college life. Key duties include assisting with differentiated resources, liaising with specialists, and supporting students during lessons and

Qualifications

• Level 2 English and Maths (or equivalent) is required.
• Experience of working effectively with young adults with barriers to learning.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Good IT skills, including Word processing, Excel and Microsoft programmes.
• Ability to communicate with learners who may present behaviours that challenge.
• Experience with SEN learners with moderate to severe learning difficulties is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality learning and pastoral support to students with SEND.
• Support students to develop independence and access education.
• Collaborate with teaching staff and professionals to deliver individualised support.
• Promote inclusion and student wellbeing across campus activities.
• Assist with learning activities, resources, and classroom environments to suit student needs.
• Contribute to Personal Education and safeguarding activities as required.

Skills

Excellent oral communication

IT skills

Communication with young adults

SEN learners experience

Education

Level 2 English & Maths (equivalent)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Excel

Job description

Queen Alexandra College is seeking an Learning Support Assistant to provide high-quality learning and pastoral support for students with SEND. You will work alongside teaching staff to enable learners to access education, develop independence and achieve goals.

The role focuses on inclusion, wellbeing and practical support to help students succeed in college life. Key duties include assisting with differentiated resources, liaising with specialists, and supporting students during lessons and