Learning Support Assistant - Twickenham, United Kingdom - Richmond upon Thames College

Richmond upon Thames College
Richmond upon Thames College
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POST:
Learning Support Assistant


CURRICULUM AREA:
Inclusive Learning Support


CAMPUS:
Richmond upon Thames College


SALARY:
£17, £18,377.53 per year pro-rata inclusive of LW dependent on qualifications and experience (Business Support Scale 3)


HOURS:36 hours per week. Term time based, 38 weeks per year. Part-time hours also available.

We're recruiting for Learning Support Assistants to join our team at Richmond Campus.

You will be working as part if the Inclusive Learning Team to provide additional learning support to students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities on mainstream programmes across college.


The Inclusive Learning department provides one-to-one, workshops and in-class support for students with a wide range of needs on mainstream programmes.

Students may need support with Specific Learning Differences (SpLDs) like Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), moderate learning difficulties, mental health, physical, sensory, health or medical needs
.

The department support a high number of students with Education Health and Care Plans
.


The Inclusive Learning team carry out exam access assessments with students and make recommendations for reasonable adjustments based on their normal way of working.

The ILS team support the curriculum across college with reasonable adjustments and differentiating teaching and learning to meet individual student needs.

The Learning Support area is a dedicated space for learners with additional learning needs to access their learning support from specialist staff.


Richmond upon Thames College is part of the Harrow, Richmond and Uxbridge College Group and is one of London's most successful Further Education Colleges providing education and training to 16-19 year old's and adults from across Richmond, London and Surrey, for over 80 years.

We have opened a new building in 2020 and due to develop a brand-new technology-focused STEM Centre for 2024.


This exciting and innovative new learning environment is located within the grounds of the current college site, so remains convenient for public transport links - it is adjacent to the A316 and just a short walk from Twickenham rail station and a number of regular London bus routes.


JOB PURPOSE:

To effectively support teachers, with identified "high needs" students to fully access the curriculum and develop independence in learning by;

  • Providing inclass support (11 or small group)
  • Adapting resources or materials
  • Supporting students to use assistive technology or equipment
  • Note taking
  • Providing physical or mobility assistance
  • Motivating and encouraging students to progress
  • Monitoring support and progress
  • Providing support in exams (reading/scribing)

Job Types:
Full-time, Part-time, Permanent


Salary:
£17,335.00-£18,377.00 per year


Benefits:


  • Company pension
  • Cycle to work scheme
  • Free parking
  • Onsite parking
  • Wellness programme

Schedule:

  • Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

  • Twickenham: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:


  • GCSE or equivalent (preferred)

Experience:


  • Special education: 1 year (preferred)

Licence/Certification:

  • Driving Licence (preferred)

Work Location:
In person
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