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Learning Support Assistant

Location Belfast
Sector
Job type Temporary
Salary £12.94 - £13.47 per hour
Published about 1 month ago
Start date ASAP
Contact email Megan Cooper
Job ref J1060_1683097163

Job description

Employability Officer | £13.47

Job description

Staffline are currently recruiting for an Employability Officer. The role will require you to provide a support service to young people who require support whilst participating on the Skills for Life and Work, Training for Success and/or Apprenticeships NI Programme as agreed with the Disability Support Services Co-ordinator. This role will be based in North Belfast and the working days will be Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 9-4:30pm and Friday 9am-2pm.

Key duties and responsibilities

  • Providing specialist support, catering to each young persons individual needs.
  • Preparing each support session in advance.
  • Provide weekly/monthly updates to the Disabilities Services Supervisor Co-ordinator on the young person's progress through the completion of engagement records.
  • Maintain a confidential and effective system for processing and maintaining all internal documents.
  • Act in compliance with all course examination, assessment, and validation requirements.
  • Always ensure quality of provision.

Essential Criteria

  • 5 G.C.S.E's at Grade C or equivalent to include English and Maths.
  • A minimum of 1 year experience in a similar role supporting people with learning disabilities within a group environment and / or on a one-to-one setting.
  • Effective 1:1 mentoring and motivational skills to encourage participants to undertake positive actions.
  • Ability to demonstrate administrative skills with good record keeping.
  • IT skills including Word, Excel, Outlook and Social Media use.
  • Knowledge of statutory services and relevant legislation especially child protection and safeguarding.
  • A full current driving license and access to a car.

If you are interested in filling this position, please don't hesitate to apply.

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