Learner Support Assistant

Job Title: Learner Support Assistant

Role Type: Part-Time (Contracts of up to 31 hours available) Term Time Only (34 weeks)

Salary: £23,632 Full-Time Equivalent salary + potential bolt-on payments for further skills and qualifications. FTE salary is pro-rata based on actual hours and weeks worked

Join an Outstanding Team

At Hugh Baird College, an Ofsted Outstanding provider, we are committed to inspiring, challenging, and transforming lives. Our students are at the heart of everything we do, and we foster a workplace where ideas are valued, creativity is nurtured, and professional growth is supported.

Role

We are expanding our learner support team and are looking for candidates who are passionate about making a positive impact on students' lives. Do you have the enthusiasm to raise student achievement and support individuals with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND)? If so, we have the perfect opportunity for you

We are looking for a passionate Learning Support Assistant (LSA) to join our team and provide high-quality academic and vocational support to SEND students during scheduled teaching and learning sessions.

If you are excited about this opportunity and believe you are the ideal candidate for this role, we urge you to apply now.

Main Responsibilities:

• Provide effective support in taught sessions to students with SEND to create equality of opportunity within the classroom.
• Motivate and enthuse SEND students to fully participate within the curriculum.
• Gain a clear understanding of students' SEND requirements and implement the support outlined within their support plan and/or Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP).
• Support students in a way that promotes independence as much as possible.

Main Tasks:

• Supporting and encouraging students in their college work.
• Maintaining daily logs of support using the College's information system, ProMonitor.
• Providing small group and 1:1 support in lessons to learners with SEND.
• Supporting students to understand and interpret instructions.
• Accessing schemes of work, lesson plans, and liaising with the class lecturer to ensure effective support.
• Note taking when necessary.
• Offering practical assistance in the classroom/workshop as necessary.

• A level 2 qualification in Maths and English
• A minimum of a level 3 qualification
• Experience in supporting students in a classroom environment with SEND
• Knowledge and understanding of the challenges and demands of working with people with SEND
• Excellent oral communication and inter-personal skills in order to work effectively with students and mainstream staff.
• Empathy, sensitivity and ability to develop and sustain a rapport with both staff and students
• Good organisational skills with the ability to maintain accurate records and assist students in record keeping/portfolios assembly (where appropriate).
• Basic competency in the use of Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook and PowerPoint, or equivalent packages.

Please see the person specification for the full criteria.

Why Join Hugh Baird College?

When you join us, you become part of a caring and supportive community that prioritises employee wellbeing, development, and recognition. Here are some of the benefits available to you:

Generous holiday allowance

Up to 50 days annual holiday allowance, excluding bank holidays.

Flexible Working

We offer flexible working options depending on the business need, which can provide a better work-life balance for our employees.

Medicash

Access to Medicash's health plans are designed to look after you and your family by boosting your access to treatment and support.

Pension Scheme

You will have access to two of the best pension schemes in the country, the Teachers' or the Local Government Pension schemes, depending on your role with us.

Professional Development

We are committed to providing continual professional development, with both formal and informal opportunities designed to enhance your skills, knowledge and career growth.

Industrial Commercial Updates

Our teachers receive 35 hours per year to choose a commercial operation to visit with a view to bringing new innovative ideas back to the College.

Reward and Recognition

Our 'Get Recognised' employee reward scheme enables continuous acknowledgement of employee contributions, and our annual staff celebration event highlights colleagues who consistently embody our values.

Lifestyle Fitness Gym

You will have discounted access to our fully-equipped and modern on-campus Lifestyle Fitness gym.

Health and Wellbeing

You will have opportunities to take part in staff groups such as yoga, walking and meditation. You will also have access to Mental Health support and a Cycle to Work scheme.

Travel

You can take advantage of discounted rail travel or bus travel, interest-free season ticket loans for public transport services and free on-campus parking.

Retail Discounts

You will have access to offers to cashback and discounts at well-known retailers.

Blue Light Card

You may be eligible to apply for a Blue Light card, giving you access to exclusive discounts.

Interested candidates are advised to apply early, as the vacancy will close once the right candidate is found.

Who We Are

Hugh Baird College and University Centre is one of the top further education providers in the UK and one of only three colleges in the North West to hold an Outstanding Ofsted rating.

Serving the Liverpool City Region, the College includes Sefton Sixth Form College in Litherland and offers a wide range of opportunities, including vocational training for school leavers and adults, apprenticeships, A-levels, and university-level courses.

As a Mindful Employer, we are committed to creating a supportive and open culture around mental health. By signing the Charter for Employers Positive about Mental Health, we ensure our colleagues feel confident discussing mental health and accessing the support they need.

Our Vision, Mission and Values

Across our campuses, provisions, and the entire organisation, we are united by a shared vision, mission, strategic priorities, and values. These define who we are, shape our behaviour, and guide our work every day. Find out more

Safeguarding Our Students

Hugh Baird College is dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people, and we expect all staff to uphold this commitment. This role requires an Enhanced DBS check, and applicants must disclose any convictions, cautions, reprimands, or final warnings in accordance with current guidelines.

Are you ready to make your mark?

This is your opportunity to join a forward-thinking team, shape the future of education, and leave a legacy of impact. Start your application today.