Job Description
A brilliant opportunity has just opened up for an Education Support Assistant, to join our client, a well-known Further Education College in Coleraine. Our client requires an experienced learning support candidate to support the organisation on an ongoing temporary basis.
There are full and part time positions available.
Client
Vanrath are delighted to be working alongside our client, a well-known Further Education College based in Coleraine.
The Ideal Person
1. Minimum of NVQ Level 3 qualification or equivalent in an appropriate subject
2. GCSE English Language (Grade A-C) OR Essential Skills Level 2 or higher in Communication or equivalent
3. GCSE Maths (Grades A-C) OR Essential Skills Level 2 or higher in Application of number, OR NICATS Access Maths modules
4. A minimum of 12 months' experience working one to one with young people or adults in a FE and/or HE environment
5. Recent experience of supporting individuals with a disability and/or additional barriers to learning
6. Recent experience of delivering study skills in an educational or training environment
7. Ability to travel between campuses
Responsibilities
As Education Support Assistant you will:
8. Provide in-class one to one or small group support to learners
9. Understand barriers to learning
10. Provide support to students in literacy, numeracy, communication and IT skills
11. Cover a variety of issues including challenging behaviour
12. Make necessary reasonable adjustments
13. Provide Progress reports on students
14. Organise drop-in sessions where learners can discuss particular issues
Candidates must be available to start on 29th August 2025