Student Support Assistant

Activate Learning; Oxford; Hybrid; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking educational institution as a Student Support Assistant, where you will empower students with special educational needs to thrive academically and personally. This role involves working closely with young adults, providing tailored support and encouragement to help them overcome challenges in their learning journey. You will be part of a dedicated team that values inclusivity and innovation, ensuring every student has the opportunity to succeed. With flexible working options and a commitment to staff wellbeing, this position is perfect for those passionate about making a difference in education.

Benefits

Generous annual holiday entitlement

Government pension scheme

Access to Learning Support Essentials training

Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards

Wellbeing & Resources Groups

Free eye tests

Health Cash Plan

Continuous professional growth opportunities

Flexible working patterns

Free parking at all campuses

Qualifications

• Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential.
• Experience with SEN is beneficial but not mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Support students with SEN to achieve their educational potential.
• Collaborate with tutors to deliver effective education programs.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to work independently

Flexibility and adaptability

Creative and innovative approach

Patience and empathy

Experience with SEN

Experience in personal care

Job description

Student Support Assistant

Reference: DEC20243148

Expiry date: 23:59, Fri, 17th Jan 2025

Location: Oxford

Salary: up to £13.02ph

Contract type: FTC (until July 2025)

Benefits: Generous annual holiday entitlement, government pension scheme, access to Learning Support Essentials training course, term time only, part-time and full-time opportunities available.

Our centres are open from 8.30am – 5pm Monday to Friday and therefore we expect our staff to be available to commit to these working hours over a minimum of 3 days per week.

The Role: Student Support Assistant

Our Student Support Assistants make a difference in the lives of our students with SEN by enabling them to reach their full educational potential. Our tailored pathway programmes, including GCSEs, Life Skills, and A-levels, ensure that all students can overcome barriers to learning and achieve their full potential. Student Support Assistants act as role models, adopting our learning philosophy, values, and learning techniques to enable our students to progress throughout their course.

Staff at Oxford College work with young adults aged 16-19 years who are enrolled on a variety of academic and vocational courses and are studying at all levels, from entry qualifications to Level 3. Where necessary you may be required to support students with personal care needs from time to time as well as positive behaviour management adopting a tailored approach to the individual student.

What do you need to be a successful Student Support Assistant at Activate Learning?

• Strong communication skills to collaborate with tutors and ensure the effective delivery of further education programs.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Flexibility and adaptability.
• A creative and innovative approach to motivating learners and providing support.
• Patience, empathy, and a genuine desire to assist students with diverse learning needs.
• While previous experience as a teaching assistant and supporting individuals with SEN is beneficial, it is not mandatory.
• Experience in providing personal care and manual handling, or a willingness to undergo training.

Why work with the Activate Learning Group?

• Monthly Staff Appreciation Awards: Celebrating staff for their dedication and accomplishments aligned to our award-winning Learning Philosophy.
• Wellbeing & Resources Groups: Comprehensive range of resources, guides, and tools to support staff wellbeing.
• Company benefits: Including free eye tests and will writing, plus access to a Health Cash Plan covering optical, dental, health screening, and therapy treatments for you and your dependents.
• Learning and Development: Continuous opportunities for professional growth and skill enhancement through our in-house L&D team.
• Teaching Support: Tailored induction and development programs for teaching staff.
• Pension Schemes: Teacher and Local Government pension schemes for AL staff.
• Generous Annual Leave: Up to 6 weeks paid leave.
• Flexible Working: Options include hybrid and remote, term time only, and flexible working patterns.
• Competitive salaries: Annual incremental progression and a twelve-point pay scale for teachers.
• On-Site Facilities: Free parking at all campuses, refectories, hair and beauty salons & gym access.

Activate Learning is committed to safeguarding and expect all our staff to share this commitment. Successful applicants will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK; we do not sponsor work permits. Work permits from other organisations are unacceptable as proof of right to work in the UK.

Applications are encouraged from all candidates who meet or exceed minimum criteria, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.

Activate Learning is committed to employing people with disabilities and will ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments either at application or interview stage, please contact the talent team directly.