Learning Support Practitioner at HMP Leeds

3 weeks ago

Cardiff, Cardiff, United Kingdom Novus Full time

The LTE Group is a national, public-sector learning, training and education organisation with a clearly defined mission to 'improve lives and economic success through learning and skills'. Our valued 4,000 colleagues drive our delivery of specialist learning to over 100,000 learners in over 120 UK locations, across our six businesses.

We have a great opportunity at HMP Leeds to join the education team as our Learning Support Practitioner on a permanent, full-time, working 37 hours a week.

LSP role, to facilitate with Digital skills, open university and distance learning and enrichment

At Novus we work with passion, care and commitment to create the foundations for change.

For almost 30 years we have been helping men, women and children of all ages and abilities, in prison settings across England and Wales, to take new directions.

The LTE Group family encompasses the strengths of each of our individual organisations:

The Manchester College - further education UCEN Manchester - higher education Novus - prison education Total People - apprenticeships MOL - professional development.

What the role entails

The purpose of this role is to offer all new arrivals an education induction and promote learning opportunities within the education department. You will facilitate with Digital skills, open university and distance learning and enrichment. You will need to be able to research men's educational backgrounds, administer basic skills assessments and screen for any LDD needs. In addition, you will write learning support plans and assist teachers with strategies to support inclusion across the curriculum.

What we need from you

In order to be successful in the role, you will need:

  • To have an understanding of how people learn and methods that can be used to enhance a learning experience
  • To have a track record of working effectively with people presenting with challenging behaviour
  • Effective communication & inter-personal skills
  • Good IT skills
  • To hold or be willing to work towards level 2 qualifications in literacy, numeracy within an agreed timescale
  • To hold or be willing to work towards a level 2 or 3 qualification for Learning Support Practitioners within an agreed timescale
  • Have a track record of working effectively with people presenting challenging behaviour

Ideally you will want to be a part of a team who has at its core a focus on improving lives and enabling and equipping learners to develop, grow and be equipped for a life of work and success. You'll be a self-starter with a passion to learn and grow yourself and will bring passion, dedication and positivity to your new role.

Colleague Benefits

As part of the LTE Group family, you will benefit from an excellent package including:

  • Excellent annual leave entitlement.
  • In-house 'Evolve' training programme offers you the chance to upskill and further your career through a wide range of recognised qualifications.
  • Career development opportunities.
  • We pride ourselves on offering a favourable LGPS pension scheme with a competitive contribution from the Group.
  • Discounts on your health care through Simply Health.
  • Free, confidential support service provided by an external organisation, PAM Assist.
  • Cycle to work scheme saving you 25% on your purchase.
  • Access to lots of offers with well-known retailers.

The LTE Group is an equal opportunities employer, welcoming applications from all sections of the community. If you feel you could make a difference in this rewarding and growing sector, please click on the 'Apply online' button below.

All applicants must demonstrate in their application their ability to meet the Key Responsibilities, Key Result Areas and Qualifications/Skills/Experience detailed within the job description for shortlisting purposes.

The closing date for this job advert is 14/06/2024. However, the job advert may close early if we receive a good response.

The LTE group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. All applicants will be required to undergo an appropriate DBS check via the Criminal Records Bureau. Due to the educational aspect of our group some roles are exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and would require an Enhanced DBS check and may be subject to additional online checks as part of our pre-screening process.

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