Learning Support Assistant

3 weeks ago


Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Heart of Worcestershire College Full time

The purpose of the role is:
To support College attendance, retention and achievement strategies by providing a high-quality pro-active support service to learners who have learning support requirements.
- To ensure that all learners receiving support achieve as well as their peers and develop independent learning skills.
- To provide learning support that contributes to an outstanding student experience from the start of their college journey to progression into further study, employment or greater independence.
- To work directly with Curriculum Staff, Personal Tutors and Personal Learning Coaches and other business support areas to ensure support proactively engages learners and their social, emotional and learning needs are met.
- To comply with relevant performance monitoring and evaluation systems across the department to ensure quality of provision.

**KEY ROLES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- To provide (through one to one and/or group work interventions) high quality learning support that enables learners to engage and achieve identified goals to aid their progression.
- To provide support for the delivery of Functional Skills, GCSE and Vocational classes, for those learners in need of additional support.
- To ensure learners with support needs are fully engaged and to reinforce College attendance policies.
- Support learners requiring personal physical care (which could include meeting their toileting and other personal hygiene needs)
- To support a flexible caseload of individual and/or groups of supported learners, with a specialist need.
- To assist in pre-entry activities such as recruitment, enrolment and assessment of support needs.
- To assist in the delivery of entry screening and initial diagnostics and use results to inform Personal Learning Plans, set targets and monitor progress.
- Liaise with tutors, lecturers and other lead delivery staff prior to the start of learning to ensure support can be targeted and managed within the learning session.
- To assist in the planning, implementation and measurement of the impact of one to one and group work carried out in order to evaluate its effectiveness and work towards continual improvement of the service.
- To maintain accurate records of all information and interventions, ensuring all administration is completed promptly and efficiently within agreed timescales.
- To contribute to the negotiation, monitoring and support of individual learning objectives.
- To enable learning support procedures to be carried out in line with best practice guidelines with regard to safeguarding, and equality and diversity.
- To make an active contribution to the attainment of Functional Skills and GCSEs for supported learners.

**GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITIES**
- To commit to the safeguarding and promotion of the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults
- To participate in the College’s Performance Management Scheme and attend such training events as are necessary to enable him/her to carry out the duties of the job description.
- To continually improve teaching, learning and assessment through proactive CPD and sharing best practice.
- To actively participate in the College’s Quality System, including quality improvement strategies and initiatives.
- To undertake such other duties as may be assigned commensurate with the grade and purpose of the post.
- To take reasonable care for the health and safety of him/her and for others affected by his/her work.
- To actively support College Safeguarding, Equality and Diversity policies.
- To operate/conduct all HR tasks and functions within the principles of GDPR.

This Job Description is current at the date shown below, and is a guide to the work you will be required to undertake. In consultation with the post holder, it may be changed from time to time by the College to meet changing circumstances.

March 2023

**CONDITIONS OF SERVICE**

All successful applicants will undergo the following checks:

- Enhanced DBS
- 2 x References, one of which must be your current or most recent employer
- Qualification validation check

The position is temporary until 1 July 2023.

**SALARY**

The salary range for this post is from £19,182 to £19,925 per annum pro rata. Your starting salary will be dependent upon your qualifications and experience. Once you have successfully passed your probationary period, your salary will increase within the salary band on an annual incremental basis, until you reach the top of the salary scale.

**HOURS OF WORK**

The hours of work will be based on:
21 hours per week for 36 weeks per year.

**ANNUAL LEAVE**

As this is a term time only appointment you will receive a payment in lieu of holiday, which is in addition to your salary. You will also be paid for any Statutory Bank Holidays and concessionary days which fall within your working week.

**PENSION SCHEME**

The College operates an occupational pension scheme, namely the ‘Local Government Pension Scheme’.

**PROBATIONARY PERIOD



  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Group Eleven Full time

    Group Eleven are working with a local college for the position of Learning Support Assistant. This is part-time temporary position with an immediate start. - Patience, empathy, and passion for supporting student growth. - Ability to work collaboratively. - Previous experience with diverse learning needs is desirable. - Strong interpersonal and communication...


  • Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Parkside Middle School Full time

    Level 2 or 3 (Depending on experience)32.50 hours per week (term time only plus 5 TED days) Part time hours would be consideredRequired from June 2024Parkside Middle School is a thriving and vibrant middle school, for pupils aged 9-13, in the heart of Bromsgrove. It is a high performing, oversubscribed school that received a 'Good' judgement for 'Overall...


  • Bromsgrove, Worcestershire, United Kingdom Chadsgrove School & Specialist Sports College Full time

    TA2 (5-6)32.50 hours p/w - 9.15am - 4.15pm, Monday - FridaySTART DATE: 2nd SEPTEMBER 2024Chadsgrove Educational Trust Specialist College is a further education provision for students aged 19-25 whose special educational needs arise from their physical disabilities and/or complex medical needs. In addition there may be some who have profound and multiple...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Heart of Worcestershire College Full time

    The purpose of the role is: - To support College attendance, retention and achievement strategies by providing a high-quality pro-active support service to learners who have learning support requirements. - To ensure that all learners receiving support achieve as well as their peers and develop independent learning skills. - To provide learning support that...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Heart of Worcestershire College Full time

    The purpose of the role is: - To support College attendance, retention and achievement strategies by providing a high-quality pro-active support service to learners who have learning support requirements. - To ensure that all learners receiving support achieve as well as their peers and develop independent learning skills. - To provide learning support that...

  • Assistant Accountant

    4 weeks ago


    Bromsgrove, United Kingdom SF Recruitment Full time

    SF Recruitment are currently working with a fantastic service business based in Bromsgrove. They are looking to on board an Assistant Accountant to give assistance in all aspects of the Finance Department and in the process gain a thorough and well-roundedexperience of the whole function. This is a great developmental opportunity with a full study package...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    Are you currently looking for a BusinessStudies Teacher role within an exciting environment where you willbe supported and treated like a valuable member ofstaffAre you an enthusiastic enthusiastic andmotivated teacher looking to work in an Ofsted Rated Good School inBromsgrove as a Business Studies TeacherYou willbe joining a dynamic Business Studies...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    Are you currently looking for a ReligiousEducation Teacher role within an exciting environment where youwill be supported and treated like a valuable member ofstaffAre you an enthusiastic enthusiastic andmotivated teacher looking to work in an Ofsted Rated Good School inBromsgrove as a Religious Education TeacherYouwill be joining a dynamic Religious...

  • Legal Assistant

    7 days ago


    Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Additional Resources Ltd Full time

    **Legal Assistant** **Location: Bromsgrove** **Salary: £19,000 - £23,000** **The Compan_y:_** Our client are a legal practice offering a wide range of both business and personal legal services provided by their experienced lawyers. Through their multiple offices, they have lawyers who are able to work flexibly to provide the best service for a...

  • Care Assistant

    2 weeks ago


    Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Eclipse Homecare Limited Full time

    Company Description Location: Bromsgrove Pay Rate: £11.44 per hour Shifts available: Flexible but ideally 7 am - 2/3 pm and 4/5 pm-10 pm What we offer We’re creating brighter days. Fresh challenges. Exciting opportunities. Plenty of ups, downs, and curveballs. With a career as a Care Assistant at Eclipse Homecare, part of City & County,...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Venator Executive Recruitment Full time

    Our client is a unique practice within the West Midlands as they attend to the affairs of many high-profile individuals in the international entertainment industry and provide niche specialist advice in that sector. This provides amazing opportunities for the right person to develop specialist skills and experience - an opportunity that would not exist in...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Crowe Watson Recruitment Full time

    Crowe Watson Recruitment is delighted to introduce an exceptional opportunity for an AAT Level 3 or 4 student looking to make significant strides in their accounting career. On behalf of a leading firm of Chartered Accountants in Bromsgrove, we're seeking a committed individual for a role that offers genuine scope for career progression. This dynamic role...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    We are looking for a Science Teacher to workin an Independent School starting ASAP on a fulltime basis. Theschool is based in Bromsgrove and is looking for someone who canteach Science to KS3/4. The school is accepting applications fromboth Science Teachers with experience but also ECT ScienceTeachers.SchoolInformationThis IndependentSchool has sound...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    This is an excellent opportunity for anambitious teacher of Performing Arts to join an Ofsted Good School.The school is looking to an ECT or experienced Performing ArtsTeacher to teach on a full time and permanent basis. They are proudto be one of the highest performing schools in the Bromsgrove areaand as such they are oversubscribed with a waiting list to...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    We are looking for a Maths Teacher to work inan Independent School starting ASAP on a fulltime basis. The schoolis based in Bromsgrove and is looking for someone who can teachMaths to KS3/4. The school is accepting applications from bothMaths Teachers with experience but also ECT MathsTeachers.SchoolInformationThis IndependentSchool has sound behaviour and...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    We are looking for a PE Teacher to work in anIndependent School starting ASAP on a fulltime basis. The school isbased in Bromsgrove and is looking for someone who can teach PE toKS3/4. The school is accepting applications from both PE Teacherswith experience but also ECT PETeachers.SchoolInformationThis IndependentSchool has sound behaviour and achieves...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    We are looking for a English Teacher to workin an Independent School starting ASAP on a fulltime basis. Theschool is based in Bromsgrove and is looking for someone who canteach English to KS3/4. The school is accepting applications fromboth English Teachers with experience but also ECT EnglishTeachers.SchoolInformationThis IndependentSchool has sound...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Wayman Learning Trust Full time

    We are looking for a Computer Science Teacherto work in an Independent School starting ASAP on a fulltime basis.The school is based in Bromsgrove and is looking for someone whocan teach Computer Science to KS3/4. The school is acceptingapplications from both Computer Science Teachers with experiencebut also ECT Computer ScienceTeachers.SchoolInformationThis...


  • Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Pioneer People - A learning organisation Full time

    **Are you looking for your next role as a Nursery Assistant?** Pioneer People are assisting a private nursery in Bromsgrove who are looking to appoint hardworking, dedicated and caring Level 3 nursery assistants who can support children aged 0-4 years old. The role is permanent with an ASAP start. **Is this you?** - Have experience of working with...

  • Assistant Land Buyer

    4 weeks ago


    Bromsgrove, United Kingdom Churchill Retirement Living Ltd Full time

    Job title:Assistant Land Buyer Location:Bromsgrove Hours: Monday to Thursday 9am to 5.30pm, Friday 9am to 5pm Salary: Competitive base salary plus excellent bonus ​ Exciting opportunity available for someone who is looking to start their career in Land Acquisition. ​Land is our lifeblood, which is why, we are expanding our Land teams across the country...