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Learning Support Assistant - Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities / Complex Needs (Variable Hours)

Learning Support Assistant - Profound and Multiple Learning Disabilities / Complex Needs (Variable Hours)

Leeds City CollegeLeeds , United Kingdom
30+ days ago
Salary
£23,150.00 yearly
Job description

About the Role

This is a Variable Hours contract .

e are looking for Learning support assistants to support our PMLD and Complex needs department.

The Vine is a department with over 50 Learners with Complex needs and behaviours that can challenge. We deliver a varied Curriculum to meet each of our learners' individual needs in line with their EHCP's. Our highly skilled team takes pride in developing our learners' personal and preparation for adulthood skills to prepare them for their future life. We have strong emphasis on working as a team, offering mutual support and flexibility while striving for the highest standards for our learners. Our ultimate goal is to enable our learners to become as independent as possible and lead a happy fulfilled life.

We have multiple contracts for this role, including :

x2 30 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

x1 18 hours per week, 39 weeks per year

What You Will Do

  • We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to support and contribute to the delivery of our courses in Independent Living skills with the focus on the key aspects of The Preparation for Adulthood framework.
  • Support students in line with the objectives of the curriculum and their EHCP outcomes
  • Creating resources to engage and develop learners
  • Supporting principles and practical skills to help our learners along their journey into Adulthood
  • Support with assessing the progress the learners make and feeding back in a way which helps them develop their abilities and understanding
  • You will also work as part of a team to create a nurturing, positive environment for the learners

About You

  • We are looking for Learning Support Assistants to support and contribute to the delivery of our courses in Independent Living skills with the focus on the key aspects of The Preparation for Adulthood framework.
  • Support students in line with the objectives of the curriculum and their EHCP outcomes
  • Creating resources to engage and develop learners
  • Supporting principles and practical skills to help our learners along their journey into Adulthood
  • Support with assessing the progress the learners make and feeding back in a way which helps them develop their abilities and understanding
  • You will also work as part of a team to create a nurturing, positive environment for the learners

    • Benefits

    There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few :

  • Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you'll get at least 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff). Support Staff 27 days (increasing to 32 days after 5 years service) Academic 37 days Senior Management 37 days
  • Generous Pension schemes Teachers’ Pension Scheme Local Government Pension Scheme
  • Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
  • Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
  • Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
  • Employee wellbeing initiatives
  • Flexible and hybrid working opportunities  - this will vary depending on role requirements

    • About Us

    Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.

    We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College’s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

    We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You’ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

    Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

    SAFEGUARDING

    At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references.