Learning Support Assistant
Dovetail & Slate
- Newcastle
- £21,000-23,000 per year
- Temporary
- Full-time
- Location: Newcastle upon Tyne
- Hours: Full time & Part Time available (Term time only)
- Salary: £21,000 – £23,000 pro rata per annum
- Provide support in-class, or mentoring support outside the classroom.
- Assist the lecturer/instructor with the preparation and maintenance of materials or activities.
- Provide support on either a one-to-one or small group basis to ensure individual needs are met.
- Implement strategies that encourage independence and positive learning behaviors.
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and achievements.
- Work closely with the support team to ensure that individual student targets are being monitored and reviewed.
- Accompany and assist students during work experiences, trips, and residential activities, both on and off-site as appropriate
- Previous experience of supporting young people or adults with a learning difficulty and/or disability
- An understanding of Educational Health Care Plans
- A good general education to level 2 (including English & maths)
- Generous annual leave entitlement plus up to 4 free closure days a year
- Comprehensive training programme
- Employee Assistance Helpline offering free, confidential, 24 hours support and guidance
- Pension schemes
- Free car parking on-site