Casual Learning Support Assistant

Casual Learning Support Assistant
£11.74 per hour + appropriate holiday pay
Note: each month an additional 10% at this rate is paid for every scheduled classroom hour to allow time for resulting admin.
Variable hours during term time

Do you have experience of supporting people with learning difficulties and/or disabilities in an educational environment?

Lancaster & Morecambe College is looking for individuals who relate well to young people and adults, show an understanding of learning needs, promote inclusive learning and have a genuine desire to support students both inside and outside the classroom.

Working across a range of courses, you will demonstrate a positive, sensitive and practical attitude which will empower learners and promote independence.

Willing to work flexibly, you will possess good I.T skills and have GCSE Maths and English (or equivalent) or be willing to work towards this.

Benefits include: membership of the Local Government Pension Scheme (employer contribution 20.4%); opportunities for continuing professional development and good staff support services. For more information and to apply, visit the college website www.lmc.ac.uk. Please note, CVs are not accepted.

All posts are subject to a DBS Disclosure in line with our policy of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners. Any specific Safeguarding duties applicable to this post are outlined in the job description.

Closing date: Monday, 29th July 2024

Job Purpose: To support students with learning difficulties and/or disabilities in the classroom under the guidance of the class tutor and to provide supervision and support outside the classroom as required, promoting inclusive learning.

1. Provide learning and ‘skills for life’ support to students who experience learning difficulties and/or disabilities across college under the general guidance of the class tutor.
2. Demonstrate a positive, sensitive and practical attitude to personal care which empowers learners and promotes personal dignity. Support learners during other non-educational activities such as lunch breaks, escort to and from taxi.
3. Contribute to the planning and evaluation of sessions when providing support to students and act as advocate where necessary.
4. Maintain up to date individual student records and other documentation as required to maintain Additional Learning Support systems and comply with good practice and audit requirements.
5. Participate in Additional Learning Support meetings, relevant course meetings, meetings with parents/carers and external agencies, section training sessions and the College Professional Development Programme.
6. Positively promote the College policy on Equality and Diversity by demonstrating best practice on inclusive learning. This may include adapting resources, use of assistive technology, acting as an impartial scribe.
7. Other duties commensurate with the grade of post as required, including exam invigilation during peak exam times as required.

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

Closing date: Monday, 29th July 2024

• Contribute to the quality improvement process;
• Work within health and safety guidelines and be aware of your responsibilities for health and safety;
• Adhere to College policies and procedures;
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of young persons and vulnerable adults;
• Value and promote equality, diversity and inclusion;
• Undertake professional development to ensure skills and qualifications are up to date;
• Participate in meetings and events as required, e.g. departmental meetings, parents’ evenings, etc.
• Work co-operatively with colleagues and show commitment to the College and its mission.
• Adhere to College Support (customer service) Standards;
• Adhere to College Values:
  Community – caring, collaborative and inclusive;
  Opportunity – accessible, aspirational and transformative

Disclosure and Barring Service Certificate: This post is subject to a standard DBS Disclosure.

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

Experience 

Essential - Measured by application form and interview

• Experience of working with people with disabilities in an educational environment
• Practical experience in and able to demonstrate strong IT skills

Desired - Measured by application form and interview

• Liaise with parents/carers/ external support agencies

Qualifications

Essential - Measured by application form, interview and assessment*

• GCSE Grade 4/C or above in Maths and English (or equivalent Level 2)*

Desired - Measured by application form, interview and assessment*

• Level 2 Certificate in Learning Support
• BSL
• First Aid
• Basic Food Hygiene Certificate
• Moving and Handling Certificate

Skills / Attributes

Essential -  Measured by interview

• Relate well to young people and adults, showing an understanding of individuals’ learning needs and how to promote independence
• Ability to quickly develop knowledge of course requirements and effectively identify barriers to learning
• Excellent interpersonal and organisational skills
• Good written, IT and verbal communication skills
• Able to work as part of a team, or as an individual, using own initiative where relevant

Desirable -  Measured by interview

• Technology-based administrative skills such as use of photocopier, scanner, ergonomic/ adaptive computer mouse etc.

Personal

Essential - Measured by application form and interview 

• Flexible approach
• Committed to an empathetic approach which acknowledges and promotes the development of individuals’ skills in a supportive and non-intrusive manner
• Willing to undertake Professional Development as and when appropriate

Desirable -  Measured by application form and interview 

• Under tutor guidance and supervision, adapt tasks as appropriate for learner needs

* You will be required to undertake a Literacy and/or Numeracy assessment at, or immediately after interview, if you do not have these qualifications or cannot provide the relevant certificates

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form

JOIN OUR TEAM

Lancaster & Morecambe College is a thriving FE College, rated GOOD by Ofsted and justifiably proud of its strong links with our local community. Located between Lancaster and Morecambe, and within commuting distance of Central Lancashire, Cumbria and North Yorkshire, our industry-standard facilities attract colleagues from across the North West.

We are excited to be working in partnership with the Eden Project & local partners to develop the Morecambe Bay Curriculum to meet future employment needs and to utilise our wonderful local landscape as a unique learning resource. 

LMC is a respectful, welcoming safe space to work, learn and thrive with high expectations for all. Valued as a significant local employer, we work hard to provide a supportive, productive and fulfilling working environment for our staff. We are always looking for talented and innovative people to join us.

Valued as a significant local employer, we work hard to provide a supportive, productive and fulfilling working environment for our staff. In addition to a friendly team culture and a range of excellent on-site facilities, we offer:

• Relevant staff training and development and good progression opportunities
• Defined Benefit Pension Schemes for all staff (Local Government and Teachers' Pensions Schemes)
• Generous leave entitlement
• A range of family-friendly and other supportive HR policies
• FREE College gym membership
• Dedicated Occupational Health
• On site The Salon, Restaurant and catering facilities
• FREE parking
• Cycle2work, a Government initiative that allows you to make huge tax and national insurance savings on the cost of a new bike and safety equipment via a salary sacrifice scheme

Please note we do not accept CVs, download the LMC application form