The College is currently seeking to recruit a permanent Learning Assistant to join our Learner Support team at St. Helens College and Knowsley Community College. This role is based at Knowsley Community College, Stockbridge Lane and requires the ability to support a range of educational needs both in and out of the classroom for our students.
Successful candidates must have a minimum Math and English GCSE grade 5 or equivalent, and hold at least a Level 2 qualification in Supporting Teaching and Learning (Learning Assistant). A Level 2 or Level 3 qualification in Makaton is essential for this position.
As well as working in a thriving environment, the College will provide Continuous Professional Development in a variety of learning difficulties and disabilities awareness courses.
Main Responsibilities
- Supporting a student with Makaton
- Implement specialist support for individuals as per their Support Plan
- Enable students to overcome barriers to learning by employing appropriate teaching and learning strategies
- Monitor the effectiveness of specialist support and provide feedback to the Learner Support Manager
- Assist with the physical and emotional needs of students and manage changing behaviours of students, with vocational tutors
- Encourage independence whenever possible, e.g., giving choices and prompting
- Monitor progress in lessons and record Support Logs for individual students on ProMonitor
What can we offer you?
- Positive and enjoyable working environment
- Working 36 hours a week term time only
- Permanent/Term-Time Only contract, ideal for work-life balance
- Contributory pension scheme with an excellent employer contribution: Merseyside Pension Scheme – 20.10%
- Death in Service benefits
- Free on-site parking
- 10% discounts at all College Catering outlets and subsidised Starbucks
- 15% off meals in our Colours restaurant on Thursday and Friday evenings
- 15% off treatments in our College Hair & Beauty Salons
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Discount Scheme
- Well-being events and access to a well-being portal
- CPD
- Opportunities for career development within the team and wider college
St Helens College and Knowsley Community College are committed to Equality and Diversity and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults, and expect all staff, students and volunteers to share this commitment. This post is subject to an enhanced DBS check.
This role does not meet the minimum requirements set by UK Visas & Immigration to enable sponsorship of migrant workers. Therefore, we cannot progress applications from candidates who require sponsorship to work in the UK.
Location: Knowsley, Merseyside, United Kingdom
Salary: £22,195.90 to £24,412.20 per year
Contract: Permanent - Full-time
Learning Assistant - Makaton Qualified in Knowsley employer: Knowsley Community College
Knowsley Community College is an excellent employer for those passionate about shaping the future of students in the Travel & Tourism sector. With a supportive work culture, generous holiday entitlement, and a commitment to employee development, this part-time role offers a unique opportunity to engage with learners while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule. The college's strong industry connections further enhance the teaching experience, making it a rewarding place to grow professionally.
Contact Details:
Knowsley Community College Recruitment Team
