Job Description
Reed FE are a leading recruitment agency working with colleges, prisons, universities, and training providers across the West-Midlands. We are always looking for talented/aspiring lecturers, tutors, and assessors to join our team and help us deliver high-quality education to learners of all ages and backgrounds, in different disciplines and levels.
Job Title:Learning Support Assistant with Personal Care
Position: Full-Time
Role type: Permanent
Location: West Midlands
Key Responsibilities:
* Assist with mobility and transport across the college site to ensure that lessons can be accessed effectively
* Assist students with their coursework, homework, and understanding of instructions, ensuring they can participate in classroom activities.
* Assist with toileting and other personal care needs during the college day.
* Liaise with college provision to ensure that the student's personal care and support needs are met in a sensitive and confidential manner.
* Support the student with social and physical activities.
* Support students in achieving their goals outlined in their EHCP's, which may include specific learning strategies and accommodations.
* Carry out all functions in accordance with current legislation, codes of practice, and college policies.
* Attend day and evening meetings, courses, college open days, parents' evenings, and other public events beneficial to the college and the individual.
* Promote and adhere to the college’s safeguarding, health & safety policies and procedures.
* Manage student conduct in accordance with college policies.
* Promote the welfare of young people and vulnerable groups in all aspects of college life and ensure safeguarding arrangements are adhered to at all times.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
* Experience in a similar role, providing support to individuals with special needs.
* Understanding and experience in managing personal care tasks with sensitivity and professionalism.
* Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, and external parties.
* Commitment to professional development and adherence to college policies and procedures.
* Ability to work flexibly and attend events outside of standard working hours as required.
Benefits:
* Competitive salary package.
* Opportunities for professional development and training.
* Supportive and inclusive work environment.
* Access to college facilities and resources.
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