Skills
At SWRAC we support individuals to thrive through real-life and relevant education programmes. Our intention is to provide everyone with the skills, knowledge and experience to:
– Be independent and resilient
– Grow into education, employment or meaningful activity
– Live healthily and sustainable
– Develop and maintain healthy relationships
– Grow socially and contribute positively to communities and local economies
– Be safe
Location: Southport
We are looking for a full time Learning Support Assistant (Maternity Cover up to 1 year) to join our friendly team in our Southport Centre.
Job Description
* To support learners with LDD/SEND in a variety of classroom settings
* To provide one to one support as directed by Head of Learning or class tutor
* Provide learning support within a group and on an individual basis
* To act as a scribe/reader/exam invigilator as required
* To support students on breaks
* To contribute to learners ILPs
* To work closely with team members to ensure that ILP targets are monitored and reviewed
* To be aware of individual learner's risk assessments and needs
* To support learners to access transport and with travel training_
* To accompany learners during work experience placements both on and off site
* Accompany learners on outings, visits, community and recreational activities
* Encourage independence and self-help skills wherever possible.
* Keep records associated with the support role.
Experience And Qualifications
* Level 2 Maths and English (or equivalent)
* Level 2/3 Qualification in learning support or equivalent (desirable)
* Supporting Teaching & Learning in Schools
* Award in Education (desirable)
* ELSA experience (desirable)
* Understanding of working with young adults who have SEND
* Awareness of disabilities.
* Ability to relate well to children and vulnerable young adults
* Work constructively as part of a team, understanding classroom roles and responsibilities and your own position within these settings
Benefits
* Additional leave
* Cycle to work scheme
* Health & wellbeing programme
* Private dental insurance
* Private medical insurance
Job Type:
Full time
Salary:
£27,800 per year, pro rata
If you are interested in applying for this role or would like to find out more information, please email for an information pack.
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Closing date: 28th September 2025
SWRAC are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We will ensure that all our recruitment and selection practices reflect this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks along with other relevant employment checks. We are committed to securing genuine equality of opportunity in all aspects of our activities as an employer and education provider.