Job description

Learning Support Assistant | £12.94p/h

Job description

Staffline are currently recruiting for a Learning Support Assistant. 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.

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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