Job Description

About the Role

Leeds City College are recruiting for a number of Learning Support Assistants to join our teams across SEND and Inclusive Provision. We have opportunities in the following areas: 14+ Academies, Skills and 16-21 age group.

We are looking for individuals who are highly motivated, independent, supportive and understanding, who are willing to learn and co-operate to meet the needs of the students. No previous experience necessary, although would be beneficial.

We are able to offer flexible working options and are happy to discuss this with candidates. Please talk to us about how we could make this role flexible for you.

We are able to offer:

• Full time
• Part time
• Variable hours
• Reduced Year (including Term Time only)
• Job Share

Please specify your availability and preference when submitting your application.

What You Will Do

• Providing in and out of class support to meet identified needs of students who have High Needs and SEND requirements and/or those who are from the ages of 14 to 16
• Attend annual reviews as requested and attend student meetings as required to update on progress and behaviours
• To be involved in planning and preparation and assessment of learning as part of the curriculum team

About You

• Educated to Level 2 in Literacy and Numeracy (or a willingness to achieve this within the first year)
• A supportive, team player who puts the students\' needs first
• Able to adapt and embrace change
• Experience of working within a team who support students who have High Needs and SEND and/or those who are aged between 14 to 16, to support their learning through identifying strategies and preparing young people for adulthood

Benefits

There are plenty of benefits available to our staff members, here are just a few:

• Annual leave entitlement - If you work full time, you\'ll get at least 27 days holiday plus bank holidays and up to 5 discretionary closure days at Christmas (pro rata for part time staff).

• Support Staff 27 days (increasing to 32 days after 5 years service)
• Academic 37 days
• Senior Management 37 days
• Generous Pension schemes

• Teachers\' Pension Scheme
• Local Government Pension Scheme
• Memberships and discounts - employees can sign up to various membership cards and discount schemes such as TOTUM card (formerly NUS card).
• Travel and commuting - discounted travel available through Metro card, Northern Rail, First Bus, Arriva Bus and Cycle to work schemes.
• Learning and development opportunities - including staff development days
• Employee wellbeing initiatives
• Flexible and hybrid working opportunities - this will vary depending on role requirements

About Us

Leeds City College is one of the largest further education institutions in the country and is one of the biggest providers of apprenticeships regionally.

We provide a vibrant and diverse learning environment, delivering excellent and innovative education which is supportive, inspiring and life changing. Leeds City College\'s values put students first and are at the heart of everything the college does.

We are committed to lifelong learning and investing in our staff. You\'ll have access to a broad variety of training and professional development designed to help you continually develop and grow. We offer a wide range of job vacancies, and our large size means there are always exciting opportunities to progress.

Join us on the journey to being the best that we can collectively be for our students, apprentices, staff and our stakeholders.

SAFEGUARDING

At Luminate Education Group we are committed to the safeguarding and welfare of all our students including children, young people, and vulnerable adults. We expect all our staff and volunteers to share this commitment. We follow the Safer Recruitment requirements and best practice as set out within Keeping Children Safe in Education statutory guidance. All successful applicants will be required to complete mandatory pre-employment checks which include an enhanced DBS check, online checks and must have two satisfactory references. Please be aware that it is a criminal offence to apply for this post if you are barred from engaging in regulated activity in connection to children.

EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

We recognise, value and champion diversity & Inclusion. As we engage with a diverse student population we want to ensure we reflect that in our staff population too. For us diversity is about building happy teams, full of people that want to learn and be inspired by each other, by our different experiences and backgrounds. It is important to us that both staff and students achieve their full potential. Diversity is important to us, but inclusion is equally, if not more important. It\'s not just about having the representation but also providing the people we recruit with opportunities and valuing everyone\'s contributions and perspectives.

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