Learning Support Assistant

2 months ago

Darlington, United Kingdom NHS England Full time

Job summary

Following approval from the Department of Education, NHSE was awarded funding to develop a NHS National Supported Internship programme for young people with Learning Difficulties and/or Disabilities (LDD) as well as Autism.

This very unique and exciting opportunity has arisen to support students with their education within this Supported Internship programme called Choices College.

We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to work closely with our Tutors in delivering the educational outcomes of Employability and Functional skills qualifications

The post holder will be a confident communicator with students who have a range of learning disabilities and have recent extensive experience in supporting the education of students with SEN on a 1 to 1 basis in the classroom.

A passion for supporting students with SEN to meet their full potential is essential for this role.

The vacancy requires working at various sites in the Teesside area. A full drivers licence and access to a vehicle is essential.

Main duties of the job

The Learning Support Assistant's main duties will include supporting delivery of bespoke Employability training and functional skills to interns, supporting the delivery of sessions in a classroom setting. Maintaining weekly individual records for each student that meet inspection requirements, is also a part of this role.

The LSA will:

Support SEN pupils on a 1:1 basis in the classroom Providing targeted support outside of the classroom such as the intern's placement Work on differentiated activities with groups of students Liaise with the tutor to deliver SEN provision Support the development of social/emotional skills of the students Work with tutors to monitor progress of pupils

About us

The NHS England board have set out the top-level purpose for the new organisation to lead the NHS in England to deliver high-quality services for all, which will inform the detailed design work and we will achieve this purpose by:

Enabling local systems and providers to improve the health of their people and patients and reduce health inequalities. Making the NHS a great place to work, where our people can make a difference and achieve their potential. Working collaboratively to ensure our healthcare workforce has the right knowledge, skills, values and behaviours to deliver accessible, compassionate care Optimising the use of digital technology, research, and innovation Delivering value for money.

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Colleagues with a contractual office base are expected to spend, on average, at least 40% of their time working in-person.

Staff recruited from outside the NHS will usually be appointed at the bottom of the pay band.

Job description

Job responsibilities

You can find further details about the job, in the attached Job Description and other supporting documents.

Secondments

Applicants from within the NHS will be offered on a secondment basis only, agreement should be obtained from their employer prior to submitting the application.

If you like what you have read and think you have the skills and experience, we need then don't delay, apply today We get lots of applications for our roles and so we sometimes have to close our posts early. Don't miss out

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

Qualification in Supporting Teaching and learning Qualifications to include GCSE/Functional Skills in English Language, NVQ/QCF, ECDL or equivalent level of knowledge

Desirable

Training in Systematic Instruction Autism training

Knowledge and Experience

Essential

A knowledge and understanding of a variety of special educational required for the Choices College students Experience of working in a classroom supporting students with qualifications ranging from entry level 1 - level 2 Experience of working with students who have Special Educational Needs Working knowledge of MS office packages

Desirable

An understanding of the employability curriculum which covers a range of topics in line with the preparing for adulthood outcomes/Ofsted requirements

Skills and Abilities

Essential

Uses a range of communications channels to build relationships including excellent report writing, data entry, and telephone skills Good planning, record keeping and organisational skills to support teaching staff in planning and delivery of sessions Enthusiasm for the subject area and awareness of learners' needs and expectations and the ability to value these in your teaching support Awareness of the additional needs (non-educational) with which the students may present and which may need referral to other team members

Values and Behaviours

Essential

To champion the rights of students with diverse learning disabilities Aware of the impact of own behaviour on others

Desirable

Have an understanding of, and a commitment to Supported Internships Complies with legislation and organisational policy on health, safety and risk management

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