LDD Learning Support Worker – Permanent, Term time only position based at Ware Campus – There are various hours available, typically 6.5 hours per day, Monday to Friday, 37 weeks per year - Actual Annual Salary: depends on weekly hours, e.g. 2 days £6,885.76 / 3 days £10,358.80 / 4 days £13,852.72 / 5 days £17,369.84 (based on FTE 52.14 weeks £23,200 - £24,550 per annum) you will receive annual leave entitlement of 25 days (pro-rata) that is incorporated into your salary payment. Closing Date – 31/01/2025 @ Midday We are recruiting an LDD Learning Support Worker to join the Student Services Team based in Millbrook at the Ware Campus. About HRC HRC are a vibrant, dynamic further education college, recently graded a Good College by Ofsted, with students across two campuses, with ambitious growth and development targets. HRC put people first – students, staff, the organisations that they partner with, and the local communities that they serve. The HRC goal is to create a supportive environment for all staff in which they can develop their skills, progress their career and make a real difference in their local community. HRC ethos is evident in everything that they do and are always looking for new colleagues who share the HRC vision and values. As part of the HRC team, you will benefit from fantastic on-site facilities, exciting opportunities for career progression and relevant training opportunities to help you gain the additional skills that you need to reach your full potential. About The Role The LDD Learning Support Worker will assist learners with Autism, ADHD, and those with behavioural, physical, and learning difficulties, or disabilities in accessing the curriculum and participating in the local community. You will work with students on a 1:1 basis or in small groups under the guidance of the class tutor, helping them develop life skills, build positive friendships, enhance social skills, and promote independence, enabling them to reach their full potential. As a Support Worker, you must possess excellent communication skills, empathy, and patience. You will be responsible for reassuring and motivating students, maintaining a calm classroom environment, and supporting students through disruptions, changes in routine, and challenging behaviours. You will provide constructive feedback to both tutors and students and implement learning strategies to help students access the curriculum. Experience with communication aids, such as Makaton, Signs, and Symbols, will be beneficial. Some learners may require assistance with personal care, medical needs, physiotherapy, and specialist equipment (training will be provided). The progression and safeguarding of our students are of utmost importance, and you will be required to report and record information as part of the role. This position is ideal for a proactive, caring, and reliable individual seeking a fulfilling role where they can make a positive impact on a young person’s life. About You As an LDD Learning Support Worker, you will help learners access the college environment and support them in reaching their full potential. You should have experience working in learning support within a further education (FE) setting, with a strong understanding of how to adapt support based on individual learning differences and needs. You will empower learners to engage with the curriculum according to their support plans. You will collaborate with other Support Workers, led by the LDD LSW Team Leader, as well as EHCP Coordinators, Teachers, and Transition Support Workers, to identify and address any concerns related to the learners. This role is ideal for someone who is eager to showcase their expertise, demonstrating a positive approach to work and the ability to relate to and motivate students. If the above sounds great and you are seeking a rewarding career where no two days will ever be the same look no further and come join Hertford Regional College! Please include a supporting statement outlining how your skills and relevant experience make you the perfect match for the role. All applications will be considered upon receipt, we reserve the right to close the vacancy early before the closing date. All positions are subject to a DBS clearance check
