About the role We require a highly motivated individual to provide in-class support to students with a variety of needs, including support with difficulties/disabilities, literacy, numeracy and language. You will also provide emotional support and encourage participation in the learning environment. As a Learning Support Assistant, you will support students studying a diverse range of subjects and may be required to work across the college's different centres within the SCC group. You will work alongside classroom tutors to break down barriers and ensure that learners are able to access the curriculum and reach their full potential. You will have an understanding of the issues facing young people with barriers to their learning. You should have some previous experience in support and be able to demonstrate a good standard of English, Maths and IT. REASONS TO JOIN US We have Generous Terms and Conditions (Sixth Form College's Association style terms and conditions) ) including 13 weeks not in college (195 days in College). We have a 2.30pm finish on Fridays, Free on-site parking and various health and wellbeing resources and benefit schemes including 2 Staff Wellbeing days per year. We offer automatic enrolment to the Local Government Pension Scheme with 20.70% employer pension contribution. Our College is an incredible community, there is a lot that staff and their families can get involved with. We have family friendly policies and we are happy to talk about flexible working. We invest in our people and offer a range of training & career opportunities for all staff as part of our Be Outstanding Development programme. We have an amazing Staff Benefits Package with discounts and savings for supermarkets, petrol, high-street retailers, holidays, cinemas and other leisure. Our shared purpose: We believe in the value of education for a successful future and we want the best for our learners and our staff. Our core values are at the heart of everything we do. Staff and students behave with respect, integrity and kindness. 91% of staff are proud to work at the College HOW TO APPLY To apply for this role, please click the 'Apply' button which will take you to the College Recruitment page. If this is your first application, you will need to complete the Registration form. If returning please login to access your profile. Once you have created an account / profile or logged in you will see a list of jobs with another 'Apply' button. Click the 'Apply' button to open a form allowing you to add a personal statement for the select Job role. Click Submit and your application will be complete. COMMITMENT TO SAFEGUARDING The College is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and employees will, in accordance with statutory guidance, be subject to a comprehensive checking process including references from current and previous employers, health, right to work in the UK, an enhanced DBS check and a further check against the appropriate barred list. EQUALITY AND DIVERSITY The College strives to be a diverse and inclusive community and welcomes applications from people from all backgrounds.
