College Student Support Worker - London, United Kingdom - Lara Search

Lara Search

Verified Company

London, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Tom O´Connor

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Description

The Role:

We are currently seeking a dedicated and compassionate College Student Support Worker to join our team and provide essential assistance to young adults with complex needs in a college setting.

This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a positive impact on the lives of these individuals by offering guidance, support, and encouragement throughout their educational journey.

This role is available both

full-time (4 days a week) and

part-time (flexible).

Responsibilities:

Provide oneonone support to college students with complex needs, including but not limited to physical disabilities, learning difficulties, mental health challenges, and behavioral issues.
Assist students in navigating college campus facilities, accessing resources, and participating in college activities.
Develop individualized support plans in collaboration with college staff, students, and their families, taking into consideration their unique needs, goals, and aspirations.
Help students develop essential life skills, such as time management, organization, study techniques, and selfadvocacy, to promote independence and success.
Provide emotional support and mentorship to students, promoting selfconfidence, selfesteem, and positive relationships.
Collaborate with college faculty and staff to ensure students' specific needs are met within the college environment, including implementing reasonable accommodations and modifications as necessary.
Monitor students' progress, evaluate their needs, and adjust support strategies accordingly.

Requirements:

Knowledge of various disabilities and developmental disorders, as well as understanding of the challenges faced by young adults with complex needs.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and college staff.
Empathy, patience, and a nonjudgmental attitude towards students.
Desire to help students and have a "cando" proactive attitude.
Flexibility and adaptability to meet the changing needs of students and the college environment.
Ability to work independently as well as part of a team, collaborating effectively with colleagues and professionals from different disciplines.
Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize tasks.
Proficient computer skills to maintain student records and utilize relevant software.

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Enhanced Child & Adult DBS on Update Service (or willing to apply)

About Lara Search

LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units.

We work with schools and alternative provisions across London. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London.

We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible.

We work with you to find the role that suits you best.

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About Lara Search:

LARA Search Education is a specialist team who exclusively recruits for the SEND sector within Mainstream Schools, Special Needs Schools, Alternative Provisions and Pupil Referral Units.

We work with schools and alternative provisions across London and the Home Counties. We offer roles with some of the best schools in London.

We understand how important it is to commit to the right role so we endeavour to make this process as smooth as possible.

We work with you to find the role that suits you best.