Spld Support and Assessment Specialist

7 months ago


Skipton, United Kingdom Craven College Full time

Craven College is an aspirational College set in friendly and inclusive rural campuses in Skipton within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, at The Aviation Academy based airside at Leeds Bradford Airport and at Evolve in the heart of Ripon. We are a Good College (Ofsted 2018) and offer full-time courses for 16-18 year olds, outstanding apprenticeships, courses for young people with special educational needs, part-time courses and degree level courses with a mission statement of ‘enriching lives through learning’. Tyro Training is our commercial training division which offers a wide range of training courses for both individuals and businesses in Skipton.

We continuously invest in our excellent, industry standard facilities with a new £1.6m purpose-built Animal Management Centre on our Aireville Campus followed in 2022 by the construction of new equestrian facilities including an international sized arena and outdoor warm up area.

We are currently seeking to employ a committed and motivated SpLD Support and Assessment Specialist to be responsible for assessing students including those who may require exam concessions and for the delivery of 1:1 and small group support provision for students who have disclosed or been identified as having a Specific Learning Difficulty (SpLD). You will ensure that the service directly contributes to positive learner outcomes, improved success rates, increased employability and appropriate progression for every student who uses the service, both those with and without SpLD. You will also ensure quality provision in line with College Quality Assurance procedures.

ESSENTIAL REQUIREMENTS

**EXPERIENCE**
- Excellent Coaching and mentoring skills, preferably supported by a relevant qualification
- Experience of supporting students with the following disabilities:

- Dyslexia
- Learning difficulties (mild to severe)
- Emotional and behavioural difficulties
- Practical experience in delivering SPLD assessments in different contexts
- Experience of liaising effectively with schools, members of the public, parents, external agencies and employers
- Good standard of computer literacy and the ability to utilise and
- develop ILT and software in order to promote inclusivity through assistive technology
- To plan and deliver a range and variety of learning approaches related to SpLD, Study Skills and literacy and numeracy needs

**KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS**
- Up to date knowledge of the latest SPLD assessment technologies
- Up to date knowledge of the latest assistive support technologies
- Sound theoretical understanding of the nature of dyslexia and related specific learning difficulties e.g ADHD, Dyspraxia
- Ability to deal with personal information in a confidential and sensitive manner and take responsibility for case notes
- Recognition of appropriate quality standards and procedures linked to an ability to meet key performance targets

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Recognised Dyslexia Qualification e.g PATOSS/RSA Dyslexia Diploma or Certificate
- Possess an Assessment Practicing Certificate - or be willing to work towards

**OTHER**
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good problem solving skills
- Interest and understanding of current educational initiatives
- Willing to undertake professional development linked to the needs of the College

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly college in North Yorkshire with fantastic facilities, excellent CPD opportunities and a great working and learning environment.

A disclosure check with the Disclosure & Barring Service will be undertaken for this post.

We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information including a full job description and to apply, please visit our website.

**Job Types**: Part-time, Fixed term contract

**Salary**: £24,272.00-£35,205.00 per year

Expected hours: 22 per week

**Benefits**:

- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay

Schedule:

- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability

**Education**:

- Bachelor's (preferred)

Work Location: On the road

Reference ID: B205



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