Learning Support Assistant
Salary
£15.55-£17.25 per hour, inc benefits
Location
South East London, London, United Kingdom
Job type
Temporary
Sector
Education Further Education
Job ref
X3-1325728
Job posted
Posted 1 hour ago
Learning Support Assistant
- Location: South East London
- Salary: £15.55 (PAYE) - £17.75 (Umbrella) per hour
- Job Type: Temporary
- Start Date: ASAP
We are seeking a dedicated Learning Support Assistant to provide essential support to young people and adults with Special Educational Needs (SEN). This role involves facilitating access to learning programmes, college services, and activities, while also supporting personal development and educational outcomes aligned with individual Educational Health & Care Plans (EHCPs).
Day-to-day of the role:
- Provide person-centred learning support to students with severe and complex learning difficulties and/or disabilities.
- Support may include assisting with personal care as necessary.
- Work with individuals or small groups to encourage engagement with activities or to work independently.
- Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, teachers, parents/carers, and other agencies involved with the students.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Good literacy and numeracy skills.
- Experience of working in a multi-cultural environment.
- Strong understanding of safeguarding, discrimination issues, and the challenges faced by individuals with learning difficulties.
- Willingness to assist learners with personal care and mobility, taking instructions from learners regarding their support needs.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Exceptional organisational skills combined with proficient IT knowledge and sound administration skills.
- Experience working with SEN learners in a secondary or further education environment is desirable.
Benefits:
- Competitive hourly rate.
- Opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of students.
- Work in a supportive and diverse environment.
To apply for this Learning Support Assistant position, please submit your CV
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