Learning Support Assistant

3 x Learning Support Assistants required at South Staffordshire College

Job ref HR1617-54:

22.2 hours per week for 36 weeks of the year - Fixed Term to Feb 2018 at Rodbaston

Job ref HR1617-55:

22.2 hours per week for 36 weeks of the year - Fixed Term to May 2018 at Cannock

Job ref HR1617-56:

22.2 hours per week for 36 weeks of the year - Permanent at Rodbaston

£15,309 - £16,605 per annum, pro-rata for part time/ term time

The Learning Support team at South Staffordshire College require 3 Learning Support Assistants to support learners with an SEN or EHC to reach their full potential.

These exciting and challenging roles are an opportunity to motivate and encourage learners to embrace their differences and to help them develop their skills and confidence to work more independently.

The successful candidates will have level 2 qualifications in Maths and English and experience of supporting young adults, preferably in an educational setting.

The successful applicants will have excellent communication skills, be committed, enthusiastic and have the ability to inspire learners to recognise and achieve their aspirations.

Closing date: Monday 27 February 2017

Interview date: Tuesday 7 March 2017

For an application pack please email your details quoting the post reference number to: recruitment@southstaffs.ac.uk or go to http://www.southstaffs.ac.uk/about-us/college-vacancies/ to download an application form and job description.

South Staffordshire College is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants from all sections of the community.

We are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young adults and expect all staff to share this commitment.

This position is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure check under the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974, medical clearance and satisfactory references.

Please be aware successful applicants will be expected to fund their own DBS check, which is currently at £44