Sessional LSA

Telford College; Telford; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

An educational institution in Telford is seeking a Learning Support Assistant to provide support for students with severe/profound learning disabilities. Responsibilities include assisting in the classroom, providing personal care, and ensuring a safe learning environment. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal skills and be prepared to support students' needs both academically and personally. This position requires a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent.

Qualifications

• Hold a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent or be prepared to work towards it.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff.

Responsibilities

• Work according to the aims and policies of The Willow Tree Centre.
• Assist the Learning Facilitator in maintaining a safe and stimulating environment.
• Support personal care needs of students such as toileting, feeding, and mobility.

Skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Ability to communicate effectively

Ability to follow instructions

Education

Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent

Job description

We are seeking to grow our sessional staff at Telford College. We are looking for staff within their chosen field, who are enthusiastic, skilled and want to come and join our team of extremely dedicated collegues, working in a modern and high-tech learning environment.

The Willow Tree Centre is a provision within Telford College for students with severe/profound learning disabilities. The team is led by the Head of High Needs.

Learning Support Assistants support teaching and learning for students with severe/profound learning difficulties who may have additional needs and to carry out other duties as may be necessary and assigned by Telford College.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• To work at all times according to the aims and policies of The Willow Tree Centre and Telford College
• To undertake work/teaching programmes with individuals or groups of students
• To assist the Learning Facilitator in maintaining a safe and stimulating environment.
• To undertake professional development and training across The Willow Tree Centre/College as appropriate.
• To support inclusion/outreach work as required.
• To assist in the setting up and cleaning away of all activities within the curriculum.
• To undertake and provide assistance with the personal care needs of students such as toileting, feeding and mobility (this may require a level of physical fitness appropriate to the requirements of the individual needing care g. pushing a wheelchair) in accordance with the policy of The Willow Tree Centre and of the College.
• To supervise meal and break times as required, this may involve assisting students with the purchase and carrying of food and drink in areas within The Willow Tree Centre and the wider College. To provide supervision at social times to enable learners to access clubs/activities.
• To supervise students in and out of transport at the beginning and end of the day.

SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & EXPERTISE

SKILLS AND EXPERTISE

• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students and staff at all levels. Including excellent ability to follow instructions.

QUALIFICATIONS & TRAINING

• Hold a Level 2 qualification in English and Maths or equivalent or be prepares to work towards it