Specialist Learning Mentor - The Cube, Specialist Support Provision - CS12054

Warwick College Group; Royal Leamington Spa; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 20,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Royal Leamington Spa seeks a dedicated support worker to assist students with neurodiversity. This role involves providing 1:1 support, ensuring students develop necessary skills in a nurturing environment. Candidates should have relevant qualifications and experience supporting young people with Autism. A salary range of £17,936.61 - £19,146.74 per annum is offered, pro rata according to the academic year.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate English and Maths skills equivalent to Level 2.
• Working knowledge of IT, including assistive technologies.
• Experience supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Condition.

Responsibilities

• Provide 1:1 support in-class or mentoring support outside.
• Assist the class lecturer with preparation of materials.
• Act as a key worker for designated students to help reach outcomes.

Skills

English and Maths skills

Support for young people with Autism Spectrum Condition

Coaching and motivating learners

Information technology skills

Education

Relevant qualification for Specific Learning Difficulties

GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics

Job description

The Cube is our dedicated support hub for learners with neurodiversity and related mental health challenges, offering a calm, nurturing environment where students can develop the skills, resilience and independence they need to thrive. As part of this team you will work to enable, support and develop young people so that they can access education and fulfil their potential.

This role is pro rata so the salary you will be receiving is £17,936.61 – £19,146.74 per annum. For any roles that start part way through the academic year, the annual salary will be pro rata to the remaining months.

PROTECTION OF CHILDREN AND YOUNG PERSONS (THE CHILDREN’S ACT 1989)

Any offers of appointment will be subject to a Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check (formerly CRB), a certificate of good conduct if applicable, plus receipt of satisfactory references, Occupational Health clearance, an understanding of safeguarding and qualifications verification. An Enhanced DBS check is required for this position as you will be working within 'Regulated Activity' within a specific place (i.e. the College).

This role is classed as working within Regulated Activity. It is an offence to apply for this role if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity relevant to children. By applying for this position, you agree to an Enhanced DBS check in line with DBS regulations.

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BACKGROUND TO THE POST

This is an exciting opportunity to work as part of a specialist resource provision at Leamington Spa College. The Cube is our dedicated support hub for learners with neurodiversity and related mental health challenges, offering a calm, nurturing environment where students can develop the skills, resilience and independence they need to thrive.

The successful candidates will become part of a multidisciplinary team. They will have experience of working with young people with additional needs. They will work to create a nurturing environment that is trauma informed and attachment aware.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• To provide support 1:1 in-class, or mentoring support outside the classroom as directed by the Curriculum Lead/Head of Inclusion.
• To assist the class lecturer with the preparation/ adaptation of materials or activities for named student’s use.
• To actively promote and support independent learning, particularly through the use of technologies.
• To be a key worker for designated student/s to help reach their outcomes as stated in their EHCP.
• To support the Curriculum Lead in the EHCP Annual Review Process.
• To work closely with the Curriculum Lead to ensure that the individual student targets are being monitored and reviewed.
• With knowledge/permission of the Curriculum Lead make contact with parents, either by telephone or in writing where appropriate.
• To act as a trouble‑shooter and work with the student to ensure they meet deadlines and catch‑up on any missed work.
• To attend Academy and Inclusion Team meetings.
• To undertake training and development as required including Team Teach.
• To train and act as invigilator and/or Human Support (Reader, Scribe, Prompt) in exams.
• To accompany and support the student during work experience placements, and/or trips, if appropriate.
• To undertake administrative duties which will include keeping their own records, completing ProMonitor records, updating tutors with student progress reports and completing regular student support/progress reviews.
• Work collaboratively with College staff to produce Individual Risk Assessment, Personal Emergency Evacuation Plans, and Medical Protocols and support the completion of exam access arrangements and Medical Protocols.
• To attend college delivered ‘Teaching Essentials’ training.

OFFERS OF WORK

✓ For the successful candidate a conditional offer of work will be made. Our offer of work will be conditional upon a number of mandatory pre-employment checks, to include but not limited to: DBS, Barred List check, right to work check, internet search, TRA check (academic posts).

ESSENTIAL ATTAINMENTS

• Demonstrate English and Maths skills equivalent to Level 2.
• A qualification relevant to Specific Learning Difficulties at Level 2 or above.
• Working knowledge of information technology such as e‑mail, the internet and other software applications, including assistive technologies.
• Previous experience of supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Experience of liaison, advocacy and collaborative working.
• Experience in working with learners on a 1-2-1 basis.
• Experience of coaching and motivating learners of different ages and abilities.
• Knowledge of Educational Health and Care Plans and the SEND Code of Practice (2014).

DESIRABLE ATTAINMENTS

• GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics, or Level 2 equivalent qualification.
• A qualification in Autism Spectrum Condition.
• Previous experience of working in Further Education.
• Previous experience of managing students with behaviours for concern.