SEN Learning Support Assistant – Full-Time

Knowsley Community College

Knowsley

On-site

GBP 21,000 - 22,000

Full time

2 days ago

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Job summary

Knowsley Community College in Knowsley, Merseyside is recruiting a permanent Learning Assistant to support learners with additional needs both in and out of the classroom. The role is based at Knowsley College, Stockbridge Lane and requires a proactive, learner-centered approach.

Minimum requirements include Math and English GCSE grade 5 or equivalent and a Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning.

Qualifications

Experience of supporting learners with additional needs (SEN).
Math GCSE grade 5 or equivalent or higher.
English GCSE grade 5 or equivalent or higher.
Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (Learning Assistant).
Continuous Professional Development in learning difficulties and disabilities awareness courses.

Responsibilities

To implement specialist support for individuals as per their Support Plan.
To enable students to overcome barriers to learning by employing appropriate teaching and learning strategies.
To monitor the effectiveness of specialist support and feedback to the Learner Support Manager.
To assist with the physical and emotional needs of students and to manage changing behaviours with vocational tutors.
To encourage independence whenever possible, e.g., giving choices and prompting.
To monitor progress in lessons and record Support Logs for individual students on ProMonitor.