Specialist Learning Support Worker

We are looking for an experienced Specialist Learning Support Worker to join our Learner Support team. You will support D/deaf learners with additional learning difficulties and disabilities in all aspects of their College programmes using various communication methods.

Ideally, you will have:

• Level 2 British Sign Language or equivalent
• Level 2 qualifications in English and Maths
• Experience of supporting D/deaf students in educational settings - particularly Further Education.
• Experience of keeping and maintaining records
• To have an understanding of the provision of education and support for D/deaf students in an FE context.

Day-to-day you will be responsible for:

• Supporting deaf students both directly and indirectly in the student's preferred mode of communication (e.g. sign language, lip reading and note taking) and by implementing a variety of appropriate support strategies.
• With guidance from the lecturing staff, supporting students in tutor designated activities in the teaching situation on an individual or group basis as directed by the Head of Learner Support.
• Focusing the student on the instructions and meaning of the learning activity and ensuring the student understands the task in hand.
• Promoting confidence, motivating and providing guidance and encouragement to the student in whatever activities s/he is undertaking.
• Encouraging the student to integrate into the learning group.
• Acting as a second authoritative figure in the classroom at appropriate times.
• Ensuring students are up to date with their work and liaising with the tutors to identify gaps and assisting in getting the student to meet targets.
• Contributing to record keeping systems for students with learning support.

As an individual you will be committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and adults at risk, and will therefore be required to undergo an enhanced DBS check.

25 hours per week (Term time only - 36 weeks per year)