At a Glance
- Tasks: Support learners with additional needs in a Military Academy setting.
- Company: Join Learning Curve Group, a top-rated training and education specialist.
- Benefits: Enjoy 26 days annual leave, healthcare schemes, and flexible working hours.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that champions equal opportunities and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in young people's lives while gaining valuable experience.
- Qualifications: 2 years experience with Post 16 learners and knowledge of SEND required.
The predicted salary is between 38376 - 46904 £ per year.
Location: Coventry
Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract
Hours per week: 18.00
Working Days & Times:
- Monday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Tuesday: 8:30 - 16:00
- Wednesday: 8:30 - 12:30
Salary: £20 per hour
Description: Learning Curve Group are a national training and education specialist. We work with further education providers, employers, and learners to help them achieve success. Our 'Purple People', the dedicated and passionate people of LCG, help us to deliver success no matter what, to achieve our vision to 'transform lives through learning'.
We are looking for an experienced EHCP Learning Support Advisor/Mentor who can support learners with additional learning needs. This is a unique role for 3 days a week working within a Military Academy. Knowledge and experience of working with young people with Special Educational Needs and/or Disability (SEND) is essential.
Key Duties & Responsibilities:
- Provide structured support using a range of effective interventions (as per their EHCP Plan) within a class and/or outdoor setting.
- Aid access to the full range of learning experiences and provide modified materials as required e.g. worksheets, games, visual prompt cards etc.
- Provide positive reinforcements, praise, and emotional support to learners.
- Advise and support tutors with making necessary adjustments for learners with learning support needs.
- Ensure Learning Support Plans and contact logs are updated accurately and timely.
- Work as part of the team to ensure that the well-being and personal development of the learner enhance their learning opportunities and life skills.
- Agree on learning support aims and interventions with the learner and set these out in the Learning Support Plan.
- Provide regular feedback to the SENCO and, where necessary, relevant outside agencies about any pupil's difficulties and progress.
- Contribute to the Learners' annual review by writing a brief report and attending the meeting.
- Foster links with External Agencies and Carers.
- Facilitate inclusion in small group activities with learners and support interaction between them.
- Attend in-service training and relevant meetings to keep up to date with developments.
- Carry out tasks and responsibilities under the direction of the SENCO.
- Comply with the Safeguarding, Prevent and Health and Safety Policies and be vigilant to potential concerns and risks at all times.
- Ensure confidentiality and professionalism at all times.
- Provide learners, customers and colleagues with support, advice, and guidance as part of your everyday role.
- Conduct your role in line with the company values and expected behaviours.
- Promote equal opportunities and recognition of diversity throughout the company.
Essential Criteria:
- Must have a minimum of 2 years experience working with Post 16 Learners.
- Knowledge and experience of working with Post 16 learners with Educational Health Care Plans (EHCP).
- GCSE, 'O' Level or equivalent qualifications in Maths and English.
- NVQ3 or equivalent as recognised by the National Occupational Standards for Supporting Teaching and Learning.
- Knowledge and understanding of the different social, cultural and physical needs of Learners.
- Have training in aspects of SEN, i.e. ADHD, Dyslexia, Autism, SEMH etc.
- Calm and patient attitude.
Why work for Learning Curve Group?
There are many reasons that make Learning Curve Group a fantastic place to work! In addition to working for a company that has been listed as one of the top 100 companies to work for in 2023, you'll have access to the following benefits:
- 36 hour week for all full-time employees!
- 26 days annual leave + Bank Holidays.
- Buy & Sell an additional 5 days each year.
- Length of service annual leave increments starting at 2 years.
- Healthcare Scheme.
- Tech Scheme.
- Ikea Scheme.
- Cycle to work Scheme.
- Paid Volunteer day each year.
- Student / Teacher Discount.
- Uniform.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES: You're unique - and we love that about you. As an equal opportunity employer, we positively encourage applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, transgender status, religion or belief, marital status, or pregnancy and maternity.
Recruitment Checks: The successful applicant will be required to provide satisfactory references and prove their eligibility to work in the UK. For this role, we will also carry out adverse media checks and also need to carry out a DBS check and will ask information related to previous convictions if you are shortlisted for interview.
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