Student Support Assistant Teaching and General Support - Inclusion

to work under the direction/guidance of the Inclusion Manager, supervising and providing particular support for individual(s) or groups of students cross college with additional support needs to enable them to learn as effectively as possible on their own and in group situations, taking into account the particular needs involved. This may include supporting students with challenging behaviour and social, emotional, and mental health needs.

Please study the items in this person specification carefully and when completing your application form try to describe your knowledge, skills and experience in terms of those particular items:

1. Possess or be willing to work towards a Literacy and Numeracy qualification at Level 2 or above.

2. Possess an appropriate support qualification or be willing to undertake training to gain relevant qualification required.

3. Possess appropriate IT skills relevant to the post, including a basic knowledge of Microsoft Word and Outlook and the ability to complete searches on the Internet.

4. Have the ability to work independently with minimum supervision.

5. Be able to demonstrate the motivation and skills to support students with disabilities and/or learning difficulties in an educational setting.

6. Have previous relevant experience.

7. Have knowledge and experience in managing challenging behaviour in a constructive and positive manner, using strategies that promote emotional regulation, positive reinforcement and de-escalation techniques.

8. Be willing to undertake training and development as required within the role.

9. Be able to demonstrate excellent communication and teamwork skills

10. Possess basic knowledge of First Aid, food hygiene and Health and Safety or be willing to undertake training.

11. Have an awareness and understanding of equal opportunities

12. Have an awareness of the safeguarding and prevent initiatives.

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We have a reputation for giving excellent support to our diverse student population. Staff are well supported within a culture of continuous professional development and are encouraged to take on new and more senior roles within the college. Facilities across our campuses in Isleworth and Feltham are state-of-the art with good public transport links and free staff parking.

We are a values-based and highly inclusive college, serving a vibrant and diverse area, and making a positive contribution to wider social and economic agendas. We offer courses from pre-entry through to Higher Education, Apprenticeship and Traineeship programmes to meet the skills needs of our students aged 14 upwards.