Learning Support Practitioner- Part-Time (Derwen at Telford)

Derwen College…a place of possibility!

We are a multi award-winning Specialist College, enabling our students to achieve beyond what they and others believe is possible. Come and join us for the opportunity to really make a difference supporting young people with SEND to live the life they choose.

We have an exciting opportunity for part-time Learning Support Assistant to join our Telford team!

As a Learning Support Assistant you will play a key role in enabling our students to transform their lives by helping them to attain their aspirations – promoting independence, developing life, work and personal care skills, during college life and the work place in line with student aspirations and outcomes.

Requirements:

• Support and lead in the delivery of the vocational and extended curriculum including the embedding of functional skills and work experience in line with Ofsted requirements (in liaison with the Lead Teacher
• Plan and prepare appropriate learning materials (in liaison with the Lead Teacher)

• Use of multimedia technology; including computers, communication aids, college systems
• Take an active role in supporting students to develop their personal care, daily life skills and independence at college and in the wider community
• Deliver person centered care when required

Person Specification:

• Experience of working with young people with SEND and/or EBD (Emotional and Behavioural Difficulties)
• Specialist (Learning Difficulties) Qualification desirable, not essential but willing to work towards
• Be willing to undertake training in Positive Behaviour Support
• Knowledge of Ofsted framework, CQC, other external quality standards
• Excellent communication skills at all levels
• Experience of Makaton desirable, however, not essential as full training will be provided
• Caring, compassionate and empathic nature
• Very good organisational skills, accuracy and attention to detail
• Competent in MS Office
• Functional Skills qualification or similar in English and maths at Level 2
• Ability to use own initiative
• Excellent team working

Does this sound like a position for you? Apply now!

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and adults at risk and expect all employees and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please note that all posts at Derwen College are exempt from the Rehabilitation Act 1974 so all applicants that are appointed will be subject to an Enhanced Disclosure from the Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) as well as receipt of satisfactory references and right to work within the UK before the appointment can be confirmed.

Part-time role: 3 days per week.