Position: Learner Support Assistant

Salary: £24,450 - £27,072 Per Annum (pro-rated for term time)

Contract: Permanent

Location: Sheffield

Hours: 33.5 hrs per week X 38 weeks per year

Part-time applicants will be considered

The Sheffield College is a further and higher education institution dedicated to providing academic, vocational, and professional qualifications to approximately 13,000 young people and adults annually. Our mission is to transform lives through learning, advocating for inclusivity and diversity at every step.

About the Role

As a Learner Support Assistant, you'll work with some of the most inspirational students in the college to help break down barriers in their learning while supporting teaching and learning both in and out of the classroom to ensure all students have access to quality education! In this rewarding and varied role, you'll play a key role in monitoring students' development, progress and achievement.

You'll work closely with the teachers & tutorial mentors to ensure students are positively engaged in learning, stretched, challenged and supported to reach their full potential and achieve their goals while enjoying their time in college. You may also be required to support students at break and lunchtimes, as well as welcome them into college each morning and assist with accessing transport at the end of the day. Apply now if you're looking to join a passionate team and believe as strongly as we do that everybody should have equal access to an excellent technical education regardless of their circumstances!

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting learners across a wide and varied range of curriculum areas and subjects.
• Supporting learners with a wide range of additional learning needs, disabilities and barriers to learning.
• Working closely with learners to be fully engaged in the college community.
• Working together with colleagues to become an integral part of the Additional Learning Support Team.
• Potentially providing intimate support and personal care for high-needs students To ensure the safeguarding of all learners

Skills & Knowledge

We strive to be an inclusive employer and welcome applications from individuals who believe they can contribute effectively to this role. While not mandatory, we are particularly interested in candidates who embody the following:

• The ability to support students with a range of learning difficulties and disabilities Knowledge of SEND support and adult provisions
• A passionate and compassionate approach and enthusiasm being able to bring fresh ideas to the table and help us constantly improve
• A positive 'can do' attitude and a learner focused approach Knowledge and understanding of equality and diversity

If you would like to be a part of a successful team and a fantastic college, please apply!

What We Offer

• Enhanced Pension Contribution
• Work-Life Balance - Enhanced Holiday Entitlement
• Sustainability - Cycle to Work Scheme, Salary Sacrifice car lease scheme for Electric and Hybrid Vehicles
• Continuing Professional Development
• Access to retail discounts for the Totum Card
• Supporting employees at all stages of life - enhanced Maternity & Paternity Policies

Reach out for assistance with your application or inquiries about working with us:

Email: [email protected]

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

Next Steps:

Closing Date: 15/09/2024

Interview Date: 30/09/2024

We appreciate your interest and look forward to getting to know you!

Diversity and Inclusion

• We value diversity in our workforce and encourage applications from everyone as a Leaders in Diversity employer.
• As a Disability Confident Leader, we are committed to removing barriers for applicants with disabilities during the recruitment process, upon appointment, and as employees.
• If you require reasonable adjustments or support at any point, please contact us via the details above.

Safeguarding and Recruitment

• We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of students.
• Successful applicants will be required to have an enhanced DBS check and will be subject to safer recruiting procedures.
• Further details on the employment of ex-offenders are available in the documents attached to this advert.

Application Process

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• To apply, click apply and follow the links to complete the online application. For queries regarding the application process, please contact the Recruitment Team via email [email protected] CVs are currently not accepted.