Learning Support Assistant

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Learning Support Assistant

Location: York, North Yorkshire

Start Date: ASAP

Salary: £83 - £100 per day

Contract Type: Full-Time

GSL Education are seeking Learning Support Assistants to work at a leading institution in York, North Yorkshire, starting as soon as possible. This role involves providing 1:1 support to SEN students within our higher education programs.

Learning Support Assistant Responsibilities
• Supporting primary students with a range of special educational needs, including autism, learning difficulties, speech, language, and communication needs and social, emotional, and mental health needs.
• Provide tailored support to SEN students, helping them with academic tasks, study strategies, and navigating the college environment.
• Work closely with lecturers and course leaders to implement personalized learning plans that meet the specific needs of each student.
• Provide emotional and social support to students, helping them to build confidence and resilience in a higher education setting.
• Adhere to college safeguarding policies and procedures, ensuring the safety and well-being of all students.

Learning Support Assistant Requirements
• A degree in education, psychology, social work, or a related field is essential.
• Proven experience supporting students with SEN, particularly in a higher education setting, is highly desirable.
• A solid understanding of various SEN conditions, including Autism Spectrum Disorder, Dyslexia, ADHD, and other learning difficulties.
• Be compassionate, caring, and have a genuine desire to help overcome students’ barriers.
• Hold a DBS registered to the update service or be willing to apply for one through GSL Education.

Please be advised that this role requires a strong knowledge and understanding of safeguarding and child protection and that successful applicants must satisfy all background safer recruitment checks including an enhanced DBS on the update service.

For more information, or to apply for the role of Learning Support Assistant in York, North Yorkshire, please call Kerry Fowler at GSL Education. Alternatively, please visit the GSL Education official website to apply online.