Learning Support Assistant

about the role

Below gives a sense of the range of responsibilities involved in the role but is not exhaustive.

· To provide classroom support for students with special educational needs and disabilities

· To provide one to one support in and out of the classroom and the Learner Assistance Base (LAB.)

· To provide 'drop-in' support for students who may need extra help in order for them to complete work.

· To liaise closely with teaching staff in and out of the classroom to plan the support of students.

· To support students on external visits.

· To have an understanding of exam access arrangements and support students during examinations.

The position is ideal for any individual who wants to work in an innovative and supportive workplace where no two days are the same and where your day-to-day work is highly rewarding. Whilst the role has prescribed hours, Monday to Friday, there will be times when flexibility will be required to work outside of these hours when urgent matters arise and at arranged events that occur outside of the College day (this time can be claimed back).

administration

To administer SEN files - record interviews, telephone calls, enquiries, collect statements, medical information etc. To assist in the writing of Individual Student Support Plans and their reviews. To attend College Open Evenings if required.

student recruitment and initial assessment

To assist in the process of student recruitment and initial assessments. To undertake any other appropriate tasks the Line Manager or Principal may reasonably require.