Learner Support Assistant

• Supporting learners throughout the college day, including breaks and enrichment
• Promoting independence, confidence, and social development
• Supporting health, wellbeing, and where required personal care needs
• Working as part of a close multidisciplinary team

• Supporting learners to access lessons and understand course content
• Delivering 1:1 and small group academic support
• Working closely with teaching staff to support progress and achievement
• Promoting independence within a classroom environment

• Transition Hub (36 weeks, term time only)
• Main Site / Curriculum Areas (34 weeks, term time only)

• Which setting you would prefer (Transition Hub or Main Site), or
• If you are happy to be considered for all available roles

• Shortlisting: 26th June
• Interviews: 2nd & 3rd July
• Start Date: 1st September

Key Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality academic and/or vocational support, enabling learners with SEND to access the curriculum and achieve their individual targets
• Support learners to develop independence, confidence, and effective study skills, both in and beyond the classroom
• Work collaboratively with teaching staff to adapt learning materials and implement strategies to meet individual learner needs
• Support learners during Maths and English sessions (Entry Level to GCSE) and assist with assessments and exams where required
• Promote positive behaviour, engagement, and inclusion through the use of appropriate, individualised support strategies
• Support learners during unstructured times such as breaks, lunches, enrichment activities, and (where required) off-site visits, encouraging social interaction and wellbeing
• Contribute to the implementation and review of Education, Health and Care Plans (EHCPs) and Individual Learning Plans (ILPs)
• Where required by the role, support learners with health, personal care, and mobility needs, including the safe use of specialist equipment
• Maintain accurate records and contribute to safeguarding, health & safety, and learner progress tracking

About You

• Experience of working with individuals with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) in an educational or similar setting
• Experience of supporting learners with a range of needs; experience of Autism (ASC), SEMH, or more complex needs is particularly valuable for roles within the Transition Hub
• A strong understanding of the challenges faced by learners with additional needs and how to support them effectively
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive, professional relationships with learners, colleagues, and wider teams
• A patient, empathetic, and adaptable approach to supporting young people with differing needs and abilities
• The ability to work both independently and collaboratively as part of a team in a dynamic environment
• Good organisational skills, with the ability to maintain accurate records and contribute to learner progress tracking

Rewards and Benefits at Hugh Baird College