Educational Support Specialist

2 months ago

Guildford, Surrey, United Kingdom Activate Learning Full time

About Us

Activate Learning is an innovative educational organization with a worldwide presence, dedicated to changing lives through our unique learning methodologies.

We recognize our employees as unique individuals, empowering them to make informed decisions regarding their aspirations and career paths. Our commitment to diversity, openness, and inclusivity fosters an environment where everyone can pursue their professional objectives and thrive.

By joining Activate Learning, you become part of a large organization that supports your career development while fostering a community atmosphere for all.

Your Role

As an Educational Support Specialist at Activate Learning, you will have experience working with diverse learners, including young individuals and adults facing a variety of severe, complex, and moderate learning challenges and/or disabilities and/or behavioral needs.

You will demonstrate resilience and patience, guiding learners towards greater independence and encouraging them to take ownership of their educational journey.
Educational Support Specialists play a crucial role in assisting educators within the classroom and providing support to staff across our campuses. A collaborative working style and the ability to function effectively as part of a team are essential.

Your primary responsibilities will include supporting students during classroom lessons and facilitating self-directed study sessions on a one-on-one basis. In addition to the standard study program, you may also implement tailored learning plans aimed at enhancing life skills, independence, and employability.

You will be equipped to assist students with Autism and related challenges, some of which may be complex. Strong communication skills are necessary to collaborate with educators, ensuring the effective delivery of educational programs and contributing to a coordinated team effort.

Personal care may be part of your responsibilities, and training will be provided for any medical care and support required.

Qualifications for Success

To excel as an Educational Support Specialist at Activate Learning, you should possess:

• Proficiency in IT applications such as Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher.

• A creative approach to engaging learners and an innovative mindset for delivering support.

• Experience in a further education environment is advantageous but not mandatory.

• A Level 3 Support Assistant qualification or equivalent is preferred but not essential.

A GCSE or equivalent in Maths and English is required for this role; however, if you do not possess these qualifications, opportunities to achieve them are available within Activate Learning.

This position offers a remarkable opportunity for individuals looking to enhance their skills as an Educational Support Specialist or to advance within the education sector towards a teaching role. Activate Learning provides clear pathways for career advancement.

Why Choose Activate Learning?
Here are some of the benefits we offer:

• Enrollment in generous pension schemes

• Ample annual leave entitlement

• Excellent on-site amenities, including free parking and dining facilities

• A comprehensive Learning and Development program with numerous CPD opportunities

• Specialized support and development for teaching staff

• Access to qualified coaches for all employees

• Leadership and Management development programs

• Flexible working arrangements, where applicable

• A thorough wellbeing program, including access to mental health resources

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee resource groups

• Cycle to work scheme

• Referral incentives for vacancies

• Access to student discount programs

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and we reserve the right to conduct interviews and close job postings early due to the volume of applications received.

Activate Learning is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people, expecting all staff to share this commitment. Successful candidates will be required to undergo a DBS check at the appropriate level.

Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK, as we do not sponsor work permits.

We encourage applications from all candidates who meet or exceed the minimum criteria for the role, regardless of age, disability, gender, orientation, race, religion, or ethnicity.

Activate Learning is committed to inclusive hiring practices and will ensure our recruitment process is accessible. If you require any reasonable adjustments during the application or interview process, please contact our talent team directly.

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