SEND Learning Support Specialist - Flexible, Career Growth

West Suffolk College; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Local Government Pension Scheme

Flexible working

Employee wellbeing initiatives

Free parking

Canteen

Staff development days

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

West Suffolk College is seeking enthusiastic, approachable individuals to join the Inclusive Learning Team. You will support young people with SEND on a one-to-one or small group basis within the classroom setting, encouraging independent learning and helping students achieve personal learning targets across a wide range of educational programmes.

Experience with children or young people with SEND is advantageous; a recognised Learning Support qualification is desirable.

Qualifications

• Experience working with children or young people with SEND would be advantageous.
• A recognised Learning Support related qualification is desirable.
• Good standard of English and Maths are essential.

Responsibilities

• Support young people with SEND on a one-to-one or small group basis within the classroom.
• Encourage independent learning and help students achieve personal learning targets across a range of programmes.
• Build positive relationships with learners who may have learning disabilities or additional needs.

Skills

Experience with SEND

Communication skills

Relationship building

Education

Learning Support qualification

Job description

West Suffolk College is seeking enthusiastic, approachable individuals to join the Inclusive Learning Team. You will support young people with SEND on a one-to-one or small group basis within the classroom setting, encouraging independent learning and helping students achieve personal learning targets across a wide range of educational programmes.

Experience with children or young people with SEND is advantageous; a recognised Learning Support qualification is desirable.