Educational Support Specialist

4 weeks ago

Nelson, Lancashire, United Kingdom Nelson and Colne College Full time

About Our Institution
Nelson and Colne College Group comprises a network of educational establishments, including Nelson & Colne College, Lancashire Adult Learning, and Accrington & Rossendale College. Our institution stands out as the only Further Education college in Lancashire to achieve an 'Outstanding' rating under the latest Ofsted inspection framework.

This collective offers a diverse range of educational services, including a Sixth Form, Skills and Technology Centre, University Centre, Employer Training, and Adult Learning Provider, dedicated to delivering exceptional educational experiences for learners of all ages and levels.

With a strong national reputation for educational excellence, Nelson and Colne College has positively impacted generations of families. We take pride in our personalized approach to education, ensuring that students benefit from outstanding teaching, extensive extracurricular activities, and top-notch facilities.

The Role Overview
We are pleased to announce an opening for a Learning Support Assistant at Nelson and Colne College, with the possibility of traveling to various sites as needed.

Key Responsibilities:

• Delivering high-quality educational support to individuals or small groups of learners with special educational needs and disabilities, as well as additional support requirements for literacy and numeracy. This involves implementing recommended inclusion strategies and collaborating with curriculum colleagues to maintain a consistent support approach. Support may include in-class assistance, educational excursions, and work placements.

• Monitoring, assessing, and adjusting support strategies throughout the academic year using institutional systems.

• Aiding learners in utilizing specialized equipment and emphasizing the significance of assistive technology, encouraging its application both inside and outside the classroom to foster independence.

• Keeping detailed records of the support provided and its impact on the learner's progress using institutional systems.

• Participating in Annual Reviews for learners with Education, Health, and Care Plans.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Minimum qualifications in English and Maths at GCSE Grade 4 or Level 2.

• Relevant qualifications in Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) or Teaching and Learning support, or a commitment to pursue such qualifications.

• Level 2 qualification in IT or demonstrable practical IT skills.

• Understanding of various additional needs and their effects on an individual's learning capacity.

• A flexible, student-centered approach to support.

• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.

Benefits We Provide:

• Generous annual leave, increasing to a maximum of 28 days (with service), in addition to Bank Holidays and closure days, totaling 41 days per year.

• Access to a workplace pension scheme with employer contributions of 5%.

• Enhanced occupational sick pay and access to family-friendly policies and benefits.

• A variety of health and wellbeing benefits and support services.

• Staff recognition initiatives, including long service awards.

• Complimentary on-site parking across all college locations.

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