Learner Support Assistant – Evolve (Ripon)- Term Time Only

Craven College is an aspirational College set in friendly and inclusive rural campuses in Skipton within the beautiful Yorkshire Dales, at The Aviation Academy based airside at Leeds Bradford Airport and at Evolve in the heart of Ripon. Craven College offers full-time courses for 16–18-year-olds, apprenticeships, courses for young people with special educational needs, part-time courses and degree level courses with a mission statement of ‘enriching lives through learning’. Tyro Training is our commercial training division which offers a wide range of training courses for both individuals and businesses in Skipton.

We are currently seeking to employ a committed and motivated Learner Support Assistant, to assist teaching staff with teaching and learning of individual and small groups of students, with additional support needs. Under the direction, support and guidance of teaching staff, taking responsibility for some learning activities within the overall teaching plan. To ensure that the service directly contributes to positive student outcomes, improved success rates, increased employability and appropriate progression for every student who uses the service.

The ideal candidate will work with students across all curriculum types and delivery to discern need, negotiate targets, plan, deliver and review personalised learning strategies. The ideal candidate will also interact with students in ways that support the development of their ability to think and learn, including the use of careful questioning.

Essential requirements:

• Able to demonstrate a high level of computer literacy and digital skills;
• Qualified to Level 2 (GCSE Grade A*-C or equivalent) in English and maths (or willing to work towards completion within a specified time frame);
• Experience of supporting people who have learning difficulties and/or disabilities;
• Ability to communicate effectively and develop rapport with vulnerable adults and young people with special needs or learning difficulties;
• Able to assist lecturing staff in the delivery of Individual Learning Plans and students core or essential goals;

This is an excellent opportunity to join a friendly college in North Yorkshire with fantastic facilities, excellent CPD opportunities and a great working and learning environment. Craven College is committed to equal opportunity in the provision of services, employment, and educational opportunities. Applications are considered on merit and are welcomed from all suitably qualified applicants.

A disclosure check with the Disclosure & Barring Service will be undertaken for this post. We’re committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of young people and vulnerable adults and expect staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

For further information including a full job description and to apply, please visit our website.