Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover) - Bootle, L20 3EF

At SWRAC, we support individuals to thrive through real-life and relevant education programmes. Our intention is to provide people with the skills, knowledge and experience to BE resilient, confident & independent, to GROW into education, employment or meaningful activity, LIVE healthily, BE active & responsible citizens and BE safe.

We are looking for a Learning Support Assistant, Full-Time (Maternity Cover up to 1 year) to join our friendly team in our Bootle Centre in Liverpool.

Job Description

• To support learners with LDD/SEND in a variety of classroom settings

• To provide one-to-one support as directed by the Head of Learning or the class tutor

• Provide learning support within a group and on an individual basis

• To act as a scribe/reader/exam invigilator as required

• To support students during breaks

• To contribute to learners' ILPs

• To work closely with team members to ensure that ILP targets are monitored and reviewed

• To be aware of individual learners’ risk assessments and needs

• To support learners to access transport and with travel training_

• To accompany learners during work experience placements, both on and off-site

• Accompany learners on outings, visits, community and recreational activities

• Encourage independence and self-help skills wherever possible.

• Keep records associated with the support role.

Experience and Qualifications

• Level 2 Maths and English (or equivalent)

• Level 2/3 Qualification in learning support or equivalent (desirable)

• Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools

• Award in Education (desirable)

• ELSA experience (desirable)

• Understanding of working with young adults who have SEND

• Awareness of disabilities.

• Ability to relate well to children and vulnerable young adults

• Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these settings

SWRAC is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Benefits:

• Additional leave

• Cycle to work scheme

• Health & Wellbeing Programme

• Private dental insurance

• Private medical insurance

Education:

• GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:

• SEND: 1 year (required)

Work Location: In person