Learning Support Assistant

Meridian Business support are working on behalf of a college in the Merseyside area, they require Learning Support Assistants to work with their SEND students, providing support with their lessons/lecturers. Role: Learning AssistantStart date: ASAPLocation: Merseyside Hours: 25 hours per week, Monday to Friday Salary: £18,000 per annum Successful candidates must have a minimum of Math and English GCSE grade 5 or equivalent, and hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (Learning Assistant)The roleTo implement specialist support for individuals as per their Support Plan.To enable students to overcome barriers to learning by employing appropriate teaching and learning strategies.To monitor the effectiveness of specialist support and feedback to the Learner Support Manager.To assist with the physical and emotional needs of students and to manage changing behaviours of students, with vocational tutors.To encourage independence whenever possible, e.g., giving choices and prompting.To monitor and record support logs for individual students on ProMonitor.Benefits on offerPositive and enjoyable working environment25 hours a week Term-time only, ideal for work-life balanceContributory pension scheme with an excellent employer contributionDeath in Service benefitsFree on-site parkingDiscounted Starbucks and all other catering outlets on sitesEmployee Assistance ProgrammeDiscount SchemeWell-being events and access to a well-being portalCPDOpportunities for career developmentInterested and feel you have the experience and skills to perform well in this role? Then attach your CV now to avoid disappointment. or email [email protected] or call 07867 101187 for further information.