This role is based in the UK and will be working on site in our UK based College. In order to comply with our mandatory pre-employment checks, the successful candidate will be required to provide original identification documents in person to our UK based HR Team.
This role is pro rata, so the salary you will be receiving is £13,976.10- £15,317.39 per annum.
Background to the Post
WCG has three core values, the first of which is to put the student first. Young people have the right to request that an institution is named in their Education, Health and Care plan (EHCP), and local authorities have a duty to name that institution in the EHC plan unless, following consultation with the institution, the local authority determines that it is unsuitable for the young person’s age, ability, aptitude or Special Educational Needs or that to place the young person there would be incompatible with the efficient use of resources or the efficient education of others.
WCG is recognised as offering an inclusive and successful provision at all levels for Young People whose learning is affected by autism. The main purpose of this Specialist Learning Mentor post is to work with students with Autism Spectrum Conditions within their learning programme, help them towards achieving independence, and reach their potential. The Specialist Learning Mentor’s time will be spent with the identified student/s in a mentoring capacity in both the classroom/workshop/practical environment and 1:1 mentoring outside of taught sessions. There will be a requirement to undertake administrative tasks relating to recording student progress and supporting student retention and achievement.
Essential Attainments
* Demonstrate English and Maths skills equivalent to level 2.
* A qualification relevant to Specific Learning Difficulties at Level 2 or above.
* Working knowledge of information technology such as e-mail, the internet and other software applications, including assistive technologies.
* Previous experience of supporting young people with Autism Spectrum Condition.
* Experience of liaison, advocacy and collaborative working.
* Experience in working with learners on a 1-2-1 basis.
* Experience of coaching and motivating learners of different ages and abilities.
* Knowledge of Educational Health and Care Plans and the SEND Code of Practice (2014).
Desirable Attainments
* GCSE Grade C or above in English and Mathematics or Level 2 equivalent qualification.
* A qualification in Autism Spectrum Condition.
* Previous experience of working in Further Education.
* Previous experience of managing students with behaviours for concern.
Essential Skills & Knowledge
* Excellent communication skills.
* Ability to motivate students to reach targets sets.
* Commitment to a high level of student achievement and to continuous quality improvement.
* Supportive, positive and non-judgemental attitude.
* Awareness of health and safety procedures or willingness to undertake training.
* Good administrative and record keeping skills.
* To undertake staff training as applicable and including mandatory Team Teach training.
* Be flexible and very responsive in approach to teaching styles and methods.
* Be able to respond effectively to the student’s individual needs.
* Work to deadlines set.
* Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of Equality and Diversity.
* Ability to demonstrate an understanding and knowledge of safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and vulnerable adults.
* Ability to demonstrate behaviours, which support the Core Values of the College.
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