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Support students with additional learning needs and/or disabilities to ensure they can access their study programme, working effectively and confidently on a one-to-one basis or with small groups. Promote social development through activities, clubs, and events in social areas and the wider college, providing opportunities for social interaction and good communication, and encouraging participation in small group activities.
Main Responsibilities and Duties:
The following outlines the main priorities as directed by your line manager; it is not an exhaustive list of duties:
1. Provide timely support for students with learning difficulties/disabilities in a structured environment, supervising and monitoring students, ensuring documentation is completed for college and audit requirements.
2. Work effectively with students on a one-to-one or small group basis, including accompanying students on external visits.
3. Promote social development through activities and events, planning programmes to engage students, and encouraging social interaction and communication.
4. Develop informal opportunities for citizenship and employability education, promoting respect for the environment and positive behaviour.
5. Signpost students to support services and attend supervision meetings with relevant staff.
6. Set SMART targets for students' PLPs to support improvement and review them timely.
7. Coordinate with curriculum lecturers to plan and implement support, including access to schemes of work and lesson plans, with appropriate differentiation.
8. Prepare and maintain resources and facilities to assist students with disabilities/difficulties.
9. Attend staff development activities, meetings, and focus days to develop relevant skills.
All post holders must be trained as Fire Marshals and First Aiders.
Application Requirements
Applicants must complete the full application form, including:
* A complete employment history from the end of full-time education, with explanations for any gaps.
* Details of all relevant education and qualifications.
Incomplete applications will not be considered. This process helps maintain high safety and care standards for children and young people.
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A GOOD local College for Maidstone and Medway
Every year, over 6000 students choose MidKent College for their studies, benefiting from excellent vocational facilities, social zones, and higher education options including the new Medway School of Arts.
Our campuses are continually invested in to provide outstanding learning environments. We have a history of over 100 years in technical training and apprenticeships. In October 2024, Ofsted rated the College as 'Good'.
Commitment to Safeguarding
We are dedicated to safeguarding all students and staff. This involves background checks, including an enhanced DBS, and demonstrating safeguarding compliance in your application. The DBS checks are in accordance with the DBS Code of Practice, and we operate according to the DBS policies available online.
We are committed to safeguarding and the Prevent agenda, promoting the welfare of children. The role may involve unsupervised access to children and vulnerable adults and is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974. It is an offence to apply if barred from regulated activity involving children or young people. Disclosures and relevant information must be disclosed during the application process.
Commitment to Equal Opportunities
The College is committed to equality and celebrates diversity. We guarantee an interview to all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria and welcome applications from those seeking flexible working or returning from a career break.
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