SEND Learning Support Assistant – Empower Students

Hugh Baird College; Windles Green; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Holiday allowance

Flexible working

Medicash

Pension scheme

Professional development

Industrial visits

Get recognised rewards

On-campus gym

Health & wellbeing

Travel discounts

Retail discounts

Blue Light Card

Job summary

Hugh Baird College - Thornton Campus is seeking a SEND Teaching and Care Assistant to support students with learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities. You will work with tutors to foster an inclusive environment and help learners develop independence.

The role is permanent, full time, term-time hours with 36 weeks, salary £23,632 per year pro rata as needed. LGPS membership and access to staff benefits are included, with bolt-on payments for further skills.

Qualifications

• NVQ level 2 in Care or equivalent qualification.
• Level 2 Specialist Teaching Worker Award and/or Learning Support Certificate.
• Excellent oral communication and interpersonal skills.
• Empathy, sensitivity and ability to build rapport with staff and students.
• Knowledge of challenges of working with learners with autism and diverse needs.

Responsibilities

• Meet and greet students and manage transitions and attendance.
• Assist and escort students with mobility difficulties and accompany on trips.
• Support with personal care needs as directed by the team.
• Supervise lunchtimes/breaks, ensuring safety and well-being.
• Support learners during teaching sessions and track progress via ILPs.
• Contribute to planning discussions to adapt support strategies.

Skills

Empathy

Interpersonal skills

Excellent communication

Team collaboration

Education

NVQ level 2 in Care

Level 2 Specialist Teaching Worker Award

Tools

First aid

Job description

Hugh Baird College - Thornton Campus is seeking a SEND Teaching and Care Assistant to support students with learning difficulties and/or physical disabilities. You will work with tutors to foster an inclusive environment and help learners develop independence.

The role is permanent, full time, term-time hours with 36 weeks, salary £23,632 per year pro rata as needed. LGPS membership and access to staff benefits are included, with bolt-on payments for further skills.