Student Support Worker

TN United Kingdom; Barnsley; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative educational institution as a Student Support Worker, where you will play a crucial role in guiding and motivating students aged 14-16. This permanent position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on young lives by providing tailored support to help them overcome personal, social, and emotional challenges. With generous annual leave, a contributory pension scheme, and access to various perks including discounted gym memberships and healthcare, this role is not just a job but a chance to transform futures. If you are caring, empathetic, and passionate about education, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Generous annual leave entitlement

Contributory pension schemes

Exclusive discounts for stores

Access to healthcare schemes

Funded CPD opportunities

Free on-site parking

Discounted gym membership

Northern Rail Season Ticket Scheme

Cycle to Work Scheme

Free Microsoft Office 365

Qualifications

• Experience working with young people facing challenges is advantageous.
• Commitment to creating a personalized learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide support and motivation to students in need.
• Collaborate with teaching staff to identify and address student needs.
• Encourage positive behavior and respect among learners.

Skills

Empathy

Communication

Motivational Skills

Advocacy

Education

Relevant Experience in Education

Qualifications in Social Work or Education

Job description

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Student Support Worker – Permanent / Term time only - £21,382 pro rata

Are you passionate about education and wondering how you can make a real difference? Do you want to work with students to help them achieve their learning goals?

We are growing! This is an exciting time to join our 14–16 Provision. We are looking to recruit a fantastic Student Support Worker to join our team in Direct Entry and make a difference to our students.

What’s in it for you?

• Generous annual leave entitlement (Up to 47 days per year pro rata including bank and public holidays!)
• Contributory pension schemes (Local Government or Teachers Pension Scheme)
• Exclusive discounts for high street and online stores – who doesn’t love 20% off?
• Access to healthcare as members of the Westfield Health Scheme or Health Shield
• Funded CPD opportunities, regular staff development days and paid volunteering days
• Free on-site parking
• Discounted gym membership (Facilities onsite so perfect for that quick workout)
• Northern Rail Season Ticket Scheme
• Cycle to Work Scheme
• Free Microsoft Office 365 for personal use on up to five machines
• Discounted hair and beauty therapies at our onsite salon

Position details

Student Support Worker
Direct Entry 14-16
Permanent vacancy - 37 hours per week / 40 weeks per year
£21,382 pro rata (£19,421 per annum)

Barnsley College is an exciting place to be. We are an outstanding college with recent successes and a growing reputation for quality and innovation. We are now looking to appoint a student support worker to support students aged 14–16 in our direct entry team.

Role overview

The Student Support Worker will provide support, motivation, and guidance to help students overcome obstacles and build a better future. Candidates should demonstrate a passion for working with young people facing personal, social, and emotional challenges. Experience in this area is advantageous but not essential. All applicants must be committed to creating an outstanding, personalized, and self-directed learning environment.

Main duties include:

• Act as an advocate and support students within your cohort
• Work closely with students who have an EHCP
• Support in lessons and tutorials to enhance students' cultural capital
• Provide tailored learner support based on individual needs
• Collaborate with teaching staff to identify student needs
• Encourage learners and assist them in achieving qualifications
• Promote positive behaviour, attendance, and respect

Are you caring, empathetic, and resilient? Do you want to transform young lives? We would love to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: Thursday 19th October 2023. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early depending on interest.

Barnsley College is committed to diversity and welcomes applications from all backgrounds. Disabled applicants meeting the minimum criteria will be guaranteed an interview. The college is committed to safeguarding and expects all staff to undertake an Enhanced DBS check.