Senior Learning Support Lead – Vision Impairment

Royal Society for Blind Children; Orpington; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Disability Confident employer scheme

Job summary

Royal Society for Blind Children is seeking an experienced Senior Learning Support Assistant to shape the educational journey of young people with vision impairments in a term-time only role. This role combines leadership with hands-on support, leading a small team of Learning Support Assistants and working directly with students to help them succeed both academically and personally.

You will contribute to an inclusive, empowering learning environment and build strong partnerships with college

Responsibilities

• Lead, support and develop a small team of Learning Support Assistants.
• Work closely with the Hub Manager to ensure a consistent, high-quality experience for students across our Orpington and Bromley provision.
• Empower students to develop their independence, confidence and learning skills.
• Build strong partnerships with college staff, therapists, families and external professionals to deliver the best possible outcomes.
• Monitor and record student progress, achievements and support plans.
• Ensure accessible learning resources are available when students need them.
• Act as a role model within the team, promoting best practice, collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Carry out Learning Support Assistant duties on a day-to-day basis.

Job description

Royal Society for Blind Children is seeking an experienced Senior Learning Support Assistant to shape the educational journey of young people with vision impairments in a term-time only role. This role combines leadership with hands-on support, leading a small team of Learning Support Assistants and working directly with students to help them succeed both academically and personally.

You will contribute to an inclusive, empowering learning environment and build strong partnerships with college