Learning Support Assistant

Sandwell College • Full & Part Time • Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom • £18,306 - £21,208.50 / year • 13h ago

Are you a compassionate and inspiring individual with experience supporting high-needs students in education? As a leading Further Education college in the West Midlands, we are currently recruiting Learning Support Assistants to join our dedicated team on fixed-term contracts until June 2027, with both full-time and part-time hours available.

This role is term time only (39 weeks). Please note that the salary advertised is based on 37 hours per week, starting from the start of the Academic Year. Your salary will be calculated based on the number of term-time weeks and the hours worked.

Assessment Centre - Thursday 4th June - 9am - 12pm

Join us for an exciting assessment centre, where you’ll have the opportunity to meet the team, explore our facilities, and experience the role first-hand. With interactive activities including an interview, team task, and written exercise, it’s a fantastic chance to showcase your skills in a supportive and engaging environment. Food and drinks will be provided, and attendance is free. Please click here to book your place. Although the event is free, we do require attendees to register in advance so that we can track attendance numbers.

Key Responsibilities

Play a key role in supporting learners within the classroom
Focus on developing students’ literacy, language, and numeracy skills
Work closely with students who have an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP)
Ensure learners can access personalised learning opportunities aligned with their individual goals
Act as a central point of contact, providing consistent guidance and support throughout their educational journey
Deliver tailored one-to-one support
Lead small group sessions to reinforce understanding and build confidence
Provide note-taking assistance to help learners stay fully engaged with their studies

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

Be adaptable and resilient in a dynamic educational environment
Demonstrate strong classroom and behaviour management skills
Be able to work effectively with students who have a wide range of emotional and physical needs
Hold GCSE in English and Maths at grade C or above, or a recognised equivalent qualification (FS Level 2)
Hold a minimum of a Level 2 subject qualification
Hold a qualification related to supporting others, health and social care, or teaching (desirable)

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